Job Details
The Surgical Robotics Lab at Rowan University is currently seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to contribute to our team's work in advancing a surgical robotic system tailored for orthopedic applications. Candidates should possess previous experience in robotics, encompassing both design and programming skills. Familiarity with haptics and image-guided navigation is strongly preferred. The position duration can be extended up to 4 years, upon satisfactory performance. We offer a competitive salary of $65,000, with benefits including healthcare and retirement plans.
**Primary Responsibilities:**
- Design and develop our next-generation robotic system.
- Define clinical and engineering design parameters.
- Create surgical workflow procedures.
- Develop control algorithms utilizing C++.
- Employ SolidWorks for CAD design.
- Implement path-planning algorithms.
- Conduct experimental and pre-clinical testing.
- Collaborate with fellow team members.
- Gather, analyze, and publish data in reputable academic journals and conferences.
- Explore advancements in haptics, navigation, VR, image-guided algorithms, and machine learning.
**Minimum Requirements:**
- Ph.D. in a relevant engineering discipline.
- 1+ year experience in Robotics, Navigation, Control, Haptics, VR, or Machine Learning.
- 1+ year experience in C++, Python, or similar scripting languages.
- 1+ year expereince with CAD design using SolidWorks.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills for cross-group collaboration.
- Track record of publications in relevant technical fields.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and conduct experiments accurately.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
- 3+ years of experience in C++, Python, or similar scripting languages.
- 3+ years of software development experience in Robotics, Navigation, Control, Haptics, VR, or Machine Learning.
- 3+ years of experience with SolidWorks for CAD design.
- Familiarity with database and data management systems.
- Experience with Linux environments.
- Publications in prestigious journals and conferences.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in git and version control systems.
- Ability to work independently on multiple projects with evolving timelines, prioritizing effectively.
**Benefits:**
- Retirement plan
- Comprehensive medical benefits and voluntary benefits
**Contact:**
Interested individuals should send their CV and cover letter to Dr. Mohammad Abedin-Nasab at ...@rowan.edu. For any inquiries, applicants are encouraged to reach out directly.