Robotics & AI Research Associate

Weber State University; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Weber State University seeks a Research Associate with a strong background in robotics, AI, and software development. The role involves designing Python/MATLAB tools, developing APIs, and building data pipelines for sensor data analysis.

The candidate will integrate AI models with robotic systems, collaborate with faculty and industry partners, and contribute to research outputs. A master’s degree is required and non-WSU applicants are welcome.

Qualifications

• Earned master’s degree in Robotics, CS, ME, EE, AI, or a closely related field.
• Strong technical background in robotics, AI, software development, or related disciplines.
• Non-WSU students may apply.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain Python/MATLAB-based software tools, APIs, and automated data pipelines for collecting, processing, and analyzing sensor data.
• Integrate AI models with robotic systems, sensors, and manufacturing equipment; develop intelligent decision-support and human-machine interaction tools.
• Conduct software testing, experimental validation, and performance evaluation.
• Collaborate with faculty, students, and industry partners; maintain technical documentation.
• Contribute to research reports and publications.

Skills

Robotics

AI

Software development

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Robotics

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Node.js

Docker

Kubernetes

Azure

AWS

Job description

Weber State University seeks a Research Associate with a strong background in robotics, AI, and software development. The role involves designing Python/MATLAB tools, developing APIs, and building data pipelines for sensor data analysis.

The candidate will integrate AI models with robotic systems, collaborate with faculty and industry partners, and contribute to research outputs. A master’s degree is required and non-WSU applicants are welcome.