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Robotics Engineer

Position Number: 6221927
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Engineering - Mechanical

Robotics Engineer

Requisition Number: 64313
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Research Faculty
Schedule: Part Time
Posting Close Date: 14-May-2025
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Department of Mechanical Engineering is seeking a temporary Robotics Engineer. The employee will contribute to the research and development of morphological flying robots, focusing on the design and integration of novel mechanical structures inspired by biological systems. The anticipated start date is June 5, 2025.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Welcome to Perception, Robotics, AI and Sensing (PRAISe) Lab, led by Prof. Chahat Deep Singh.

We work at the intersection of Perception, Robotics, AI and Computational Imaging in order to push the boundaries of robot autonomy. Our Minimal Perception framework holds the key to developing small yet intelligent and efficient robot navigation systems. We focus on active and bio-inspired perception algorithms, validating our theories by developing and deploying them on robots.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Responsibilities include conceptualizing adaptable aerial platforms, prototyping bio-inspired morphologies, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize flight performance and control under diverse environmental conditions.

What We Can Offer

The hire rate for this part-time position is $20.00 per hour for 20-40 hours a week. This position provides flexible work hours and the opportunity to contribute to impactful, cutting-edge projects.

Benefits

Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave.

Be Statements

Be excited. Be game-changing. Be Boulder.

What We Require

Master's degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

Current Resume/CV
(Optional) Transcripts/Proof of PhD: If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit an English-translated version (if applicable) as an Optional attachment.

Please apply by May 14, 2025 for full consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Robotics-Engineer/64313