A*STAR

Senior Scientist, Autonomous Systems & Robotics, ARTC

A*STAR
ResearchSingaporeOnsitePosted 4 weeks ago

About the role

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Join our team to advance Embodied AI for robotics, focusing on Learning from Demonstration for contact-rich manipulation and intelligent skill acquisition. This role involves conducting applied R&D to develop, implement, and validate robot learning algorithms integrating motion, force/torque, and multimodal perception for real-world industrial applications.

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Key Responsibilities

  • Design and execute experiments to collect, process, and analyse demonstration data for training intelligent robotic behaviours.
  • Apply machine learning techniques, including deep-learning methods, to enhance robot control and decision-making processes.
  • Translate research outcomes into functional prototypes and deployable robotics solutions for industrial applications.
  • Contribute to the strategic development of Embodied AI and humanoid robotics capabilities.
  • Leverage computer vision to improve robot perception and object recognition capabilities (if applicable).
  • Continuously research and implement state-of-the-art algorithms and methodologies to improve robot performance and efficiency.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, software developers, and researchers.
  • Support stakeholder engagement and technical discussions with industry partners.

Requirements

  • PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong background in robot learning, Embodied AI, Learning from Demonstration, or related AI-driven robotics techniques.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and C++.
  • Hands-on experience with ROS2, simulation environments (e.g. Isaac Sim), and robotic hardware platforms.
  • Knowledge of deep learning frameworks like TensorFlow and/or PyTorch.
  • Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues and present technical findings.