Founding Robotics Researcher

yondu; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company specializing in robotics is seeking a Founding Researcher. This entry-level position involves working on methods for data acquisition, developing robotic models, and optimizing their performance. Ideal candidates will have a PhD or equivalent experience in robotics or related fields and a strong interest in robot manipulation.

Qualifications

• Experience with robotics and manipulation tasks.
• Preferably PhD-level experience in a related field.
• Research in robot manipulation is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Work on methods to acquire and process data.
• Develop effective models for robotics performance.
• Optimize performance of already deployed robots.

Skills

Robot manipulation

Data processing

Model development

Teleoperation

Education

PhD in relevant field

Job description

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Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

We are looking for robotics researchers who would like to work on using robot policies to perform manipulation tasks involving single and dual arm robots. Consider applying if you would like to be involved with any part of the process which includes but may not be limited to

• working on methods to acquire and process data such as through teleoperation or simulation
• developing effective models that have high rates of success when deployed
• optimizing the performance of robots already deployed

In terms of experience, it is incredibly useful to have worked on similar problems particularly at a PhD level. Candidates who have done research in robot manipulation are greatly preferred, but other forms relevant experience are also appreciated.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

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