Lead Physical AI Researcher — Robotics & HCI Innovator

Pittsburgh Tomorrow

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

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USD 140,000 - 210,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Fujitsu Research of America in Pittsburgh is seeking a Principal Researcher to advance foundational Physical AI technologies for real-world applications. You will lead projects in robotics, computer vision, AI, and human-computer interaction, collaborating with top universities and prototyping solutions rapidly.

The role requires a PhD in a related field, a strong publication record, and 2+ years of industry or postdoctoral experience.

Qualifications

PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
Strong track record of publishing research in top-tier venues.
2+ years of industry experience in AI, robotics, or related fields, or equivalent through postdoctoral work.
Strong expertise in developing application-focused approaches for real-world deployment of Physical AI.
Proficiency in Python and modern AI development practices.

Responsibilities

Lead research initiatives to advance fundamental Physical AI technologies, including robotics, computer vision, AI, and human-computer interaction, and their downstream applications.
Publish research findings in top-tier conferences and journals, and present work at invited talks, conferences, and workshops.
Integrate technologies across the stack, from in-house developed to commercial systems, to create impactful solutions for real-world problems.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including leading university researchers, to drive innovative research forward.