Postdoctoral Scholar

The Morimoto Lab at the University of California, San Diego, seeks multiple postdoctoral scholars for an exciting new project focusing on autonomous, soft, tip-extending robots for stroke treatment. The project aims to develop a novel robotic system capable of navigating vessels with severe tortuosity and curvature, which is currently challenging even for experts.

About the role

• Work directly with Dr. Tania Morimoto (Morimoto Lab) and collaborators from various institutions.
• Collaborate on design, fabrication, modeling, planning, controls, integration, and testing of the soft robotic system.
• Engage in interdisciplinary research involving mechanical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, and medical device development.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and testing of autonomous navigation algorithms for complex vascular systems.
• Design and fabricate prototypes of the soft robotic components.
• Collaborate with co-investigators at Stanford University, UC Santa Barbara, Vanderbilt University, UNC Chapel Hill, University of Missouri Kansas City, GE Healthcare, EndoTheia, and Vine Medical.
• Write technical reports and present findings at conferences and workshops.

Requirements

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with a strong background in robotics.
• A solid publication record in top-level robotics venues.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Qualifications

• Basic qualifications: PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Additional qualifications: Experience with hardware/system integration and interdisciplinary collaboration is preferred.

Skills

• Robotic systems design and fabrication.
• Modeling and simulation of robotic systems.
• Control systems development.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration and teamwork.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $71,491 - $74,140, commensurate with experience.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options.
• Access to cutting-edge research facilities and equipment.
• Opportunities for professional development and networking.

Pay

Salary range: $71,491 - $74,140.

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Pension plan.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.

Application

To apply, visit https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF04580. Please submit your curriculum vitae, cover letter, unofficial transcripts, and reference letters through the application portal.

Contact tcandrews@ucsd.edu for further inquiries.

About UC San Diego: The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.