Robotics Research Assistant (Student) — NSF‑Funded

CAL POLY POMONA ENTERPRISES; Spadra (CA); Presencial; USD 23.000 - 28.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises is seeking a motivated student to assist in robotics research and manufacturing systems, under Dr. Caio Mucchiani. NSF funding supports this position.

You will develop robot kinematics, create simulations, and assess safety and performance while collaborating with a diverse team. Ideal candidates will have a related bachelor's degree, strong organization, and programming skills in Python/C++, with ROS and simulation tool experience.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software applications.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and test robot kinematics and workspace models.
• Build physics-based simulations of robot motion, contact, and force.
• Check robot actions for safety, physical limits, and collision risks.
• Conduct experiments involving part handling, fixture loading, and tool use.
• Measure system performance, including success rates, cycle times, and recovery from errors.

Conocimientos

Strong organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal comunic

Educación

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Herramientas

Python

C++

ROS

ROS 2

MuJoCo

Gazebo

Isaac Sim

Descripción del empleo

Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises is seeking a motivated student to assist in robotics research and manufacturing systems, under Dr. Caio Mucchiani. NSF funding supports this position.

You will develop robot kinematics, create simulations, and assess safety and performance while collaborating with a diverse team. Ideal candidates will have a related bachelor's degree, strong organization, and programming skills in Python/C++, with ROS and simulation tool experience.