Applications are invited for Research Trainee at IITGN Robotics Lab, IIT Gandhinagar for the year 2024. The last date of application is July 7.

Background

Strong foundations in the areas of robotics or manufacturing is highly desired. Prior project experience in the relevant fields is preferred.

The successful candidates will have an opportunity to contribute to multiple exciting research projects in robotics and manufacturing. These projects involve multidisciplinary skills including modelling, simulations, working with hardware prototypes, electronics, coding, and experimental testing. The candidates are expected to have strong interests and some prior foundation in robotics, or manufacturing.

The successful candidates are also expected to bring a positive and enthusiastic attitude to the lab and work collaboratively with several other lab members. An open-mindedness and a willingness to learn new hardware, software and theory skills as the project demands is a must, given the multidisciplinary nature of the projects. The successful candidates should be proficient in written and verbal communication.

The lab has a vibrant environment and has a diverse and interdisciplinary set of individuals, and we work on a range of robotics and control systems.

Projects

  • [Robotics] Development of a Variable Stiffness Soft Robotic Gripper.
  • [Manufacturing] Laser Surface Marking of Metals

Eligibility

Minimum Qualification:

  • B.Tech/B.E in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or allied disciplines of Engineering from a reputable institution is required.
  • Candidates interested in Robotics should have experience in mechanical design, robot hardware, or robot dynamics simulations.
  • Candidates interested in Manufacturing should have experience in mechanical design, experimental methods, and hands on experiences with characterization techniques.

No. of posts

2 (One each in Robotics and Manufacturing).

Duration

6 months

Salary

Rs 15,000 per month.

How to Apply?

Please submit the resume and a short statement of 250-300 words highlighting your career goals and your motivation to apply for this position and specifically mention past relevant experience using this form here latest by July 7, 2024.

Contact

For any questions, you may write to Prof. Madhu Vadali at robotics@iitgn.ac.in.

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