Electronics Technician for exoskeletons and wearable devices - (24000051)
Project: "Sistemi Cibernetici Collaborativi – Esoscheletro Collaborativo 3" (Collaborative Cybernetic Systems – Exoskeletons 3) in partnership with INAIL. CUP: J53C24000500005 Commitment & contract: Employee, fixed term contract 30 months, or until the end of the project Location: IIT CRIS – Via S. Quirico 19/D, Genova WHO WE ARE The Wearable Robots, Exoskeletons and Exosuits Laboratory (XoLab) is part of the Dept. of Advanced Robotics, directed by Prof. Darwin Caldwell. This large department focuses on an innovative, multidisciplinary approach to robot design and control, and the development of novel robotic components and technologies for applications in medical, surgical, and rehabilitation robotics, exoskeletons and force augmentation, manipulation and dexterous manipulators, telepresence and teleoperation, industrial automation and robotics, active perception and learning, inspection robotics, hyper-redundant robots, robot dynamics and "fast" robot and robots for hazardous environments.
YOUR TEAM You will be working in a multi-disciplinary group, where researchers from a range of scientific and engineering backgrounds collaborate to create novel solutions to key problems in robotics.
The position is within XoLab, coordinated by Dr. Jesus Ortiz. This is an inter-disciplinary group, with experts in wearable devices, exoskeletons, mechatronics, human-computer interaction, biomechanics, and human factors. The research outcomes are targeted at developing novel wearable robots to assist workers during manual handling tasks, with the aim of reducing the risk of development of work-related musculoskeletal disorders.
Your main responsibilities will be:
Development and integration of custom electronics systems; Firmware and low-level system programming; Integration of the electronic systems in robotic devices; System-level testing; Electronics technical support. This open position/research is financed by "INAIL ("Istituto Nazionale per l'Assicurazione contro gli Infortuni sul Lavoro" – Italian National Worker's Compensation Authority)" within the "Sistemi Cibernetici Collaborativi – Esoscheletro Collaborativo 3 (Collaborative Cybernetic Systems – Exoskeletons 3)" project.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Master's Degree in electronics engineering or related fields; Required experience developing and integration of electronic systems; Experience developing firmware and/or low-level programming in C/C++; Experience with robotic devices; Good command of spoken and written English; Creative and proactive attitude; Strong team player. ADDITIONAL SKILLS Experience with multi-threaded programming with OOP languages, e.g., C++, Python, etc.; Experience with version control software, e.g., git (GitHub, Gitlab, etc.); Experience with exoskeleton and/or wearable devices development; Good communication skills; Strong problem-solving attitude; Spirit of innovation and creativity; Good at time and priority management; Ability to work in a challenging and international environment; Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environment. COMPENSATION PACKAGE Competitive salary package for international standards (Salary can include bonus option depending on your role and contract) Private health care coverage (depending on your role and contract) Wide range of staff discounts WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? An equal, inclusive and multicultural environment ready to welcome you with open arms. Discrimination is a big NO for us! An open and curious environment that encourages you to mingle and collaborate. If paperwork is not to your liking, we are here to help. There is a specialized team working to help you with that, especially during your relocation. If you are an entrepreneurial or a business-minded person, you will find some exceptionally gifted professionals ready to nurture and guide you to attain your aspirations. If you want your work to have a real impact, in IIT you will find an innovative and stimulating culture that drives our mission to contribute to the improvement and well-being of society! If you feel this tickles your appetite for change, do not hesitate and apply!
Please submit your application using the online form and including a detailed CV, a brief cover letter (outlining motivation, experience and qualifications) and contact details of at least 2 references. For questions, please contact Jesús Ortiz (******). Expected start date: October 2024, or as soon as possible. The position will be filled in as soon as a suitable candidate will be found. We inform you that the information you provide will be used solely for the purposes of evaluating and selecting professional profiles in order to meet the requirements of Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia. Your data will be processed by Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, based in Genoa, Via Morego 30, acting as Data Controller, in compliance with the rules on protection of personal data, including those related to data security. Please also note that, pursuant to articles 15 et. seq. of European Regulation no. 679/2016 (General Data Protection Regulation), you may exercise your rights at any time by contacting the Data Protection Officer (phone Tel: +39 010 28961 - email: ******).
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