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Postdoctoral Research Associate - Soft robotics, Controls, AI, Mechatronics
Position Title: Postdoctoral Research Associate - Soft robotics, Controls, AI, Mechatronics
Job Posting Number: 2025006NTL
Job Location: San Marcos
College/Division: College of Science and Engineering
Department/School: Ingram School of Engineering
Position Description: Texas State University is a leading institution dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and research. Our Dynamic Systems and Intelligence (DynaGence) lab is dedicated to advancements that integrate artificial intelligence, nonlinear dynamics, control systems, and soft robotics, to develop intelligent mechanical systems, bio-inspired robots, and neuromorphic computing techniques.
Position Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join our DynaGence lab. The successful candidate will work on cutting-edge research projects that leverage the synergy between experimental and analytical techniques of soft robotics, dynamics, ML algorithms, and mechatronics.
Key Responsibilities:
- Writing research proposals.
- Publishing research findings in top-tier journals and conferences.
- Mentoring graduate and undergraduate students involved in related projects.
- Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of researchers and engineers.
This position is subject to the availability of funds.
Required Qualifications:
- A Ph.D. degree in a field related to experimental techniques in mechatronic systems, such as mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science, applied mathematics, or similar, completed within the last 3 years or within the next few months.
- Strong background in dynamics, control systems, and machine learning.
- Proven track record of research excellence.
- Ability to generate novel ideas.
- Strong programming skills in languages such as MATLAB, Python, or C/C++.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and a collaborative mindset.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with soft robotics, dynamic systems, and data-driven control systems.
- Experience with nonlinear dynamic systems.
- Experience with the deployment of AI models in practical applications.
Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/49727
To ensure full consideration please submit the following by November 30, 2024:
- A cover letter discussing research interests and relevant experience.
- A statement of research.
- Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document).
- Copies of up to three representative publications.
The selected candidate will have to provide official transcripts from all degree-granting institutions.
Type of Position: Temporary Full-Time or Part-Time
Posting Date: 10/09/2024
Full Consideration Date: 11/30/2024
Open Until Filled: Yes
EEO/AA Statement: Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Reasonable Accommodation: If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contact Talent Acquisition for assistance.
Record Checks and Verifications: Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verification including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verification, reference checks, and employment eligibility verification.
Eligibility for Employment: Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.
Why Work at Texas State? Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.
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