Research Fellow Position in Software Engineering Commitment & Contract: 1 year; with a possible extension for another year, upon evaluation Location: Genoa, Italy, via Enrico Melen 83 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 headquarters is strictly inter-connected with our 11 centers around Italy and two 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 cognitive and social neuroscientists, experimental psychologists, and roboticists collaborate, each with their own expertise, to carry out a common research vision. The "Social Cognition in Human-Robot Interaction" research line is coordinated by Prof. Agnieszka Wykowska, who has extensive experience in cognitive neuroscience methods. The research focuses on understanding human cognition in interaction with other natural and artificial agents, such as humanoid robots.
RESPONSIBILITIES Developing software for supporting experiments in human-robot interaction Supporting the management and maintenance of laboratory equipment Assisting researchers in their scientific activities WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU SHINE A master's degree in software engineering or related fields Excellent programming skills in C++ and Python (multi-thread programming, inter-process communication, network programming) Fluency in operating on GNU/Linux OS Working knowledge of written and spoken English Good communication skills and the ability to integrate within a multidisciplinary international research group EXTRA AWESOME Experience with robotics middleware (e.g. ROS or YARP) Experience in AI and basic knowledge of ML approaches (supervised learning, reinforcement learning, unsupervised learning, etc.) Experience with EEG/EMG, BCI or eye-tracking technologies Experience in full-stack web development WHAT'S IN FOR YOU? An equal, inclusive, and multicultural environment ready to welcome you with open arms. Discrimination is a big NO for us! We like contamination and encourage you to mingle and discover what other people are up to in our labs! If paperwork is not your piece of cake, we got you! There's a specialized team working to help you with that, especially during your relocation! 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! We stick to our values! Integrity, courage, societal responsibility, and inclusivity are the values we believe in! They define us and our actions in our everyday life. They guide us to accomplish IIT mission! 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, copy of master's degree certificate (or a certificate that the Master's program would be concluded within this academic year), cover letter (outlining motivation, experience, and qualifications), and contact details of 2 references. Application will be closed as soon as the positions are filled. 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: ******). Primary Location: GENOVA ERZELLI
Job: Fellow
Organization: Social Cognition in Human-Robot Interaction
Job Posting: Jul 31, 2024, 8:37:44 AM
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