Graduate Robotics Research Fellow — Dexterous Control

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI); Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) invites applications for a Graduate Research Assistant to begin Spring 2027 in the Robotic Branch of the Intelligent Sustainable Technologies Division. The role focuses on dexterous control of a robotic arm and small mobile platforms, with collaborative work across mechanical and electrical systems.

Responsibilities include background research, SolidWorks design, programming, debugging and testing of robot platforms, and working in a group setting to

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Master's degree or PhD at Georgia Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science
• Must be enrolled full-time (12+ credit hours)
• Must have a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA

Responsibilities

• Background research on robotic systems.
• SolidWorks design for mechanical parts.
• Programming, debugging, and testing of robot platforms.

Skills

Team collaboration

Strong math skills

Excellent communication

Programming concepts

Education

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Master's or PhD in Computer Engineering

Master's or PhD in Computer Science

Tools

Linux

Git

SolidWorks

Job description

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) invites applications for a Graduate Research Assistant to begin Spring 2027 in the Robotic Branch of the Intelligent Sustainable Technologies Division. The role focuses on dexterous control of a robotic arm and small mobile platforms, with collaborative work across mechanical and electrical systems.

Responsibilities include background research, SolidWorks design, programming, debugging and testing of robot platforms, and working in a group setting to