Autonomous Robotics Scientist for Extreme Environments

University of Texas; Utah; On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Research Associate in Nuclear Engineering Teaching Laboratory. The role involves autonomous robotics research across defense, space, nuclear, and oil & gas industries, with responsibilities including supervising graduate students and pursuing funding.

The ideal candidate has a Ph.D. in robotics, substantial ROS experience, and a track record in independent research and grants.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in engineering or computer science with robotics focus.
• At least four years of experience using ROS with Python and C++.
• Experience as a software engineer is preferred.
• Two years of robotics experience in one of the listed areas.
• Independent research with publications or funding history.
• Grant-writing experience and successful proposals.

Responsibilities

• Lead or co-principal investigator on research projects and secure funding.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and software repositories.
• Supervise and mentor graduate students and postdocs; support publications.

Skills

Grant writing

Research leadership

Publications

Education

Ph.D. in engineering or computer science in robotics

Tools

ROS

Python

C++

Job description

University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Research Associate in Nuclear Engineering Teaching Laboratory. The role involves autonomous robotics research across defense, space, nuclear, and oil & gas industries, with responsibilities including supervising graduate students and pursuing funding.

The ideal candidate has a Ph.D. in robotics, substantial ROS experience, and a track record in independent research and grants.