Postdoctoral Position in Robotics
Robotics and Mechatronics Laboratory
A postdoctoral position is available, starting in October/November 2011, in the Robotics and Mechatronics Laboratory (http://www.seas.gwu.edu/~bentzvi/) at George Washington University, Washington, D.C.
The successful candidate will be, primarily, working on a project that involves the development of algorithms to provide autonomous capabilities to mobile robots.
Required Expertise:
Applications are sought from outstanding candidates, who have completed their Ph.D.s in Computer Science within the last 3 - 4 years. Interested candidates must have strong backgrounds in computer vision and robotics and proven skills in working with embedded systems using Linux. Computer programming skills, such as C/C++, are a must. The successful candidate will help with developing autonomous capabilities for mobile robotic systems. This will include image processing and LIDAR/Stereo Camera sensor fusion applications. For consideration, the candidate's credentials must show journal publications in a related field.
Application Package:
Interested candidates should submit the following, by email, as single .PDF files (bentzvi@gwu.edu):
1. Curriculum vitae, with lists of at least 3 references
2. At least three papers, which could be either published, accepted for publication or in preparation, which demonstrate some of the required expertise mentioned
3. Lists of relevant courses taken during Ph.D. studies
4. Doctoral dissertation titles
5. Expected date of graduation (for those who are currently pursuing Ph.D.s)
6. One page summaries of research backgrounds and interests and an explanation as to how they align with the current position
Contact Information:
Prof. Pinhas Ben-Tzvi, Ph.D.
Director, Robotics and Mechatronics Laboratory
George Washington University
Academic Center, Suite 731
801 22nd Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20052
Tel.: (202) 994-6149
Fax: (202) 994-0238
Email: bentzvi@gwu.edu
Web: http://www.seas.gwu.edu/~bentzvi
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PhD and MS Positions
Robotics and Mechatronics Laboratory
The Robotics and Mechatronics Laboratory (RML) is seeking highly qualified candidates for available positions in the Ph.D. and M.S. levels. The ideal candidate will have a lively interest in both system building and theory. She or he will enjoy the opportunity to work collaboratively with other researchers and PhD students at RML and other centers and institutes in the School of Engineering and Applied Science.
Applicants should have strong background and research interests in Robotics and Mechatronics and should like to work on the boundary between theory and practice. Sample research topics include, but are not limited to:
- Mobile Robotics: Autonomous Navigation & Function
- Bioinspired & Biomimetic Robots
- Actuators & Sensors for Biomedical Applications
- MEMS-based sensors & Actuators
- Smart Materials-based Sensors & Actuators
- Microprocessor-based Distributed and Modular Control systems
- Medical Robotics
Instructions:
Outstanding students interested in pursuing Ph.D. or M.S. degree at RMLab must follow the format given below.
Email Subject: MS/PhD Application
In your email, please state the specific area you are interested in. You should clearly state financial needs and whether you are holding or are eligible for Scholarships from any source. Please include the following attachments to your email:
- CV (curriculum vitae) / Resume, including:
- Undergraduate and graduate institutions and GPA
- Major courses taken
- List of publications
Eligibility of positions is dependant upon acceptance into a graduate program in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.
I look forward to receiving your applications and joining RMLab at the George Washington University.
The George Washington University
School of Engineering and Applied Science
Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
801 22nd Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20052
Phone: 202-994-6149
Email: bentzvi@gwu.edu