Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Robotics: The University of Oxford is seeking to appoint a full-time Postdoctoral Researcher in Robotics to join The Podium Institute for Sports Medicine and Technology. This role focuses on the development and validation of innovative technologies aimed at improving the diagnosis, prevention, and management of sports injuries.
Designation:
Postdoctoral Research Assistant
Research Area:
Robotics, Biomedical Engineering, and AI Technologies in Sports Medicine
Location:
The Podium Institute, Institute of Biomedical Engineering, Department of Engineering Science, Old Road Campus Research Building, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7DQ, UK
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Candidates should hold or be near completion of a PhD/DPhil in Robotics, Biomedical Engineering, Information Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- A strong track record of robotic publications or presentations in healthcare is required.
- Specialist knowledge in mechatronics design and control.
- Proven programming experience in Python, MATLAB, or C/C++.
Job Description:
- Develop cutting-edge robotics and AI technologies focused on safety and human behavior.
- Test and design novel personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Create new robotic benchmarking testing setups and develop hardware and controllers for robotic mechanical impactors.
- Set up a data acquisition system with integrated sensors.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of researchers to drive innovation in sports medicine technology.
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted online and should include:
- A covering letter/supporting statement detailing research interests and how past experience aligns with the position.
- A CV.
- Contact information for two referees.
For informal inquiries, contact Professor Liang He at liang.he@eng.ox.ac.uk. For more information about working at the department, visit Department of Engineering Science.
Last Date to Apply:
All online applications must be received before midday on 7 July 2025.
