Research Scientist

The Soft Robots Lab in the Mathematics and Computer Science Department at Wesleyan University seeks a Research Scientist.The Research Scientist will work with Dr. Sonia Roberts (at Wesleyan University) and Dr. Tonia Hsieh (at Temple University, remotely) on an NSF-funded project using a jumping robot to determine how morphological variations in feet can lead to different types of force production in complex, flowing ground. Specifically, we will investigate the evolutionary drivers that may have led to diversification and conservation of toe morphologies in sand specialist lizards.Responsibilities include:Updating an existing robot to use open-source design filesWriting documentation for the robot, including build instructions, that is oriented towards non-engineering (e.g., Biology) undergraduate studentsSupervising undergraduate studentsManuscript preparation and editingConference presentationsAssisting with undergraduate Robotics courseOther duties as assignedThis is an on-campus position.There may be an opportunity for a candidate who is interested in gaining teaching experience to teach 1 or 2 courses, but teaching is not a required part of this position.This position is particularly well suited for a biologist/paleontologist who wants to use biologically inspired robots in their future research, and will include structured training in robotics for such a candidate. It is also well suited for an engineer/physicist/computer scientist who is interested in exploring faculty positions at liberal arts universities/colleges like Wesleyan where they would work primarily with undergraduates.This position has been approved for one year position with the potential to extend for a second year.Additional Application Instructions:Position is open until filled. Review will begin on October 1, 2024.As part of your application, please upload a cover letter, resume, and the contact information of two references for recommendation letters.Compensation: $55,125.00 - $59,600.00Work Location: On CampusAll offers to external applicants are contingent on the candidate’s completion of a pre-employment background check screening to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.Wesleyan University, located in Middletown, Connecticut, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504 or any other non-discrimination policies should be directed to Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator.Wesleyan University complies with the Clery Act and maintains records of campus crime statistics and security policies. Copies of Wesleyan University’s Clery Act Report are available on request and online at https://www.wesleyan.edu/publicsafety/clery.html.Experience is taken into consideration in the determination of salary offers. For more information visit https://www.wesleyan.edu/hr/handbook/compensation-practices/index.html.Wesleyan offers a broad range of employee benefits and development opportunities, including comprehensive group insurance plans, wellness programs and incentives, generous paid time off and retirement plans, flexible work schedules, employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify.Detailed information on the benefits of working at Wesleyan is located at: https://wesleyan.edu/hr/careers/prospective-resources.html.

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