Research Fellow (Robotic System Control)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 1 - 2; Full time

Job summary

National University of Singapore is seeking a Research Fellow (Robotic System Control) to advance embodied robotic systems, including self-reconfigurable robots, mobility and manipulation, and intelligent decision-making. The appointee will develop integrated sensing–actuation–control platforms through hardware–software co-design, conduct high-impact research, and mentor students.

The role emphasizes publishing in top venues, collaborating across mechanical engineering and design, and

Qualifications

• PhD in Robotics or a related engineering field.
• Strong expertise in robotic mobility, manipulation, embodied intelligence, or self-reconfigurable robotics.
• Track record of publications in leading robotics journals (IEEE T-RO, IJRR, Soft Robotics, etc.).
• Nature Portfolio/Science-family publications are a strong advantage.
• Hands-on experience in modeling, control, prototyping, and experimental validation.
• Ability to conduct independent research and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop sensing–actuation–control platforms for embodied robotic systems.
• Conduct high-impact research and publish in leading journals and conferences.
• Support research proposals and mentor students.

Skills

Robotics research

Embodied robotics

Robotic mobility

Robotic manipulation

Control systems

Multibody modeling

Human-robot interaction

Education

PhD in Robotics

Job description

Job Title: Research Fellow (Robotic System Control)

University-Level Unit: College of Design and Engineering

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Mechanical Engineering

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location_ONB: Kent Ridge Campus

Posting Start Date: 31/07/2026

Job Description

The research fellow position focuses on embodied robotic systems, particularly self-reconfigurable robots, robotic mobility and manipulation, force-aware interaction and control, and intelligent decision-making. The appointee will develop integrated sensing–actuation–control platforms through hardware–software co-design, conduct high-impact research, publish in leading journals and conferences, support research proposals, and mentor students.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong expertise in one or more of the following areas: robotic mobility or manipulation, embodied intelligence, self-reconfigurable or compliant robotics, force or tactile sensing, intelligent control, multibody modeling, or multimodal human–robot interaction.
• A strong publication record, including multiple papers in leading robotics and mechatronics journals such as IEEE T-RO, IJRR, Soft Robotics, or equivalent venues.
• Publications in Nature Portfolio, Science family journals, or comparable high-impact multidisciplinary journals will be considered a strong advantage.
• Hands‑on experience in robotic modeling, control, prototyping, system integration, and experimental validation.
• Ability to conduct independent research and communicate effectively in English for the purpose of research presentations and preparing research reports.

Req ID: 33934