Postdoc, Neurobotics: Advanced Soft & Legged Robots

Case; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland is seeking two postdoctoral scholars for the Neurorobotics Cluster within the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department. The roles focus on biologically inspired robotics, mentored by Associate Professor Kathryn Daltorio, with an anticipated start in January 2027 and a two-year mentoring plan.

The position involves leading projects on soft robots, dexterous manipulation, and robotics testing, with opportunities to publish papers and collaborate

Qualifications

• Hold a doctorate in ME, EE, CS with robotics emphasis.
• Two first-author publications in relevant journals.
• Proficient in design and implementation of electromechanical systems.
• Programming – C++, Python, ROS2.
• CAD skills with SolidWorks preferred.
• Experience with motion capture (Qualisys) and robotic simulation (MuJoCo).
• Familiarity with robotic navigation and control systems.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• US work eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage key project milestones within one project focus area.
• Develop electromechanical systems and sensor arrays for robots.
• Publish research papers and review current literature.
• Collaborate with team members and new graduate students; demonstrate leadership and integrity.
• Travel for research and conferences as needed.

Skills

Electromechanical design

Programming – C++, Python, ROS2

Communication skills

Robotics knowledge

US work eligibility

Education

PhD in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering or CS with robotics emphasis

Tools

SolidWorks

Qualisys

MuJoCo

ROS2

Job description

Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland is seeking two postdoctoral scholars for the Neurorobotics Cluster within the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department. The roles focus on biologically inspired robotics, mentored by Associate Professor Kathryn Daltorio, with an anticipated start in January 2027 and a two-year mentoring plan.

The position involves leading projects on soft robots, dexterous manipulation, and robotics testing, with opportunities to publish papers and collaborate