Fellow in vision based control for intelligent prosthetic hands - (2400003O) Commitment & contract: collaboration contract, fixed term Location: Center for Robotics and Intelligent Systems, Genova, Italy WHO WE ARE At IIT we work enthusiastically to develop human-centered Science and Technology to tackle some of the most pressing societal challenges of our times and transfer these technologies to the production system and society.
Our Genoa headquarter is strictly inter-connected with our 11 centers around Italy and 2 outer-stations based in the US for a truly interdisciplinary experience.
YOUR TEAM You will be working in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary group, where robotics, computer vision and machine learning experts collaborate to carry out common research.
The Humanoid Sensing and Perception Research Unit is coordinated by Lorenzo Natale who is an expert in humanoid robotics, machine learning, robot vision and tactile perception (https://hsp.iit.it).
This project is a joint collaboration between the Humanoid Sensing and Perception (https://hsp.iit.it) and Rehab Technologies - INAIL - IIT (https://rehab.iit.it) research units, to contribute to iHannes, the next version of Hannes (https://opentalk.iit.it/the-biomimetic-hannes-hand-prosthesis-uniquely-similar-to-a-human-hand/), a biomimetic prosthetic hand developed by IIT and Centro Protesi INAIL (the prosthetic unit of the National Institute for Insurance against Accidents at Work).
The goal of this project is to develop AI algorithms that exploit visual information to guide the degrees-of-freedom of the hand to reduce the amount of control required by the user though EMG or other interfaces (see for example https://youtu.be/Qc_PfFic4wA).
Within the team, your main responsibilities will be: Study, devise and implement computer vision and machine learning algorithms for the control of the hand; Research relevant topics; propose, implement and benchmark effective solutions on the Hannes prototype; Assist and collect data during experiments with subjects; Collaborate with other team members in order to meet deliverables and disseminate the research; ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS A MS degree in relevant field (machine learning, robotics, computer science or equivalent); Knowledge of programming languages like Python or C/C++; Experience with software development in Linux; Solid knowledge of machine learning and computer vision; Good communication skills; Strong problem-solving attitude; Ability to work autonomously in a highly interdisciplinary environment; High motivation to learn; Good command in spoken and written English.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS Documented experience working with real robotic systems; Experience working with modern machine learning methods (e.g.
Transformers, Large Language Models); Experience with core concepts of software architectures and networking; Experience with open source robotics software and middleware (e.g.
ROS/YARP) COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Competitive salary for international standards Private health care coverage Wide range of staff discounts WHAT'S IN FOR YOU?
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Please submit your application using the online form and including a detailed CV, university transcripts, cover letter (outlining motivation, experience and qualifications) and, optionally, details of references.
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Primary Location GENOVA Job Fellow Organization Humanoid Sensing and Perception Job Posting May 16, 2024, 7:17:57 AM #J-18808-Ljbffr