Robotics Engineering Professor — Human-Centered AI Research

Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical options

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with match

Paid family medical leave

Paid holidays

Free parking

HSA options

FSA options

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering seeks an Assistant Professor of Robotics Engineering for Needham, MA. The role focuses on advancing research and teaching in robotics and artificial intelligence with emphasis on human-centered engineering.

You will mentor students, design curricula, and contribute to the college community with scholarly impact. This in-person position involves developing projects, advising up to 12 students per year, and collaborating across college initiatives to enhance

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or closely related field.
• Experience with robotics systems including mechanical, electrical, and computation.
• Experience in AI/ML applied to robotics and human-robot interaction.
• Exposure to real-time control, safety, and human-centered design.
• Proven research record in peer-reviewed venues.

Responsibilities

• Advance research and teaching in robotics and AI with a human-centered focus.
• Mentor students and guide undergraduate/graduate research projects.
• Develop innovative curricula and contribute to degree requirements.
• Teach 1–2 courses per semester and advise up to 12 students yearly.
• Serve on college committees and promote external scholarly impact.

Skills

Robotics system design

Circuit theory

Embedded electronics

AI/ML for robotics

Human-robot interaction

Control theory

Hands-on project-based teaching

Mentoring students

Research dissemination

Education

Ph.D. in Robotics/CS/EE/ME or related

Job description

Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering seeks an Assistant Professor of Robotics Engineering for Needham, MA. The role focuses on advancing research and teaching in robotics and artificial intelligence with emphasis on human-centered engineering.

You will mentor students, design curricula, and contribute to the college community with scholarly impact. This in-person position involves developing projects, advising up to 12 students per year, and collaborating across college initiatives to enhance