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更新日 : 2025/06/05

募集終了日 : 2025/08/31

勤務地 : Kanto district - Tokyo

公開開始日 : 2025/06/05

Project Researcher in Robotic Design and Foundation Model-Based Methods (ISPF UK-Japan)

D125060283

National university

The University of Tokyo

研究分野 : Informatics - Robotics and intelligent system

Researcher/Postdoc level : Contract employee - Nontenured - Non-tenure track - Probationary period present

業務内容

募集の背景、プロジェクトの説明

We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join our research group at the intersection of robotic design, soft/rigid robots, and foundation model-based design automation. The position is ideal for someone with a strong background in robotic hardware, mechatronics, and a keen interest in exploring how large models (e.g., generative AI, foundation models) can accelerate robot development and control.

Responsibilities include:
- Design and prototype novel robotic systems (soft, rigid, or hybrid).
- Develop ML-based tools for simulation, control, or co-design.
- Conduct and publish independent research.
- Lead and mentor research projects with graduate students.
- Engage in interdisciplinary research (e.g., bio-inspired robotics, manipulation, locomotion).

Qualifications
Required:
- PhD (or near completion) in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, CS, EE, or related fields.
- Hands-on experience building robotic systems.
- Proficiency in mechanical and electronic prototyping.
- Programming skills (Python or C++), ROS, and simulation environments.
- Strong research background and publication record.
Desirable:
- Familiarity with foundation models, generative AI, or differentiable simulation.
- Experience with soft robotics or mechanical co-design.
- Interest in interdisciplinary and application-driven research (e.g., healthcare, IoT).

The scope of change is as follows:　Displacement, concurrent service, and secondment may be ordered.
仕事内容・職務内容

- Join a research project on foundation models for robotic design
- Conduct and publish independent research.
- Lead and mentor research projects with graduate students.
配属部署

Existing departments

Department of Creative Informatics

職種

Researcher/Postdoc level

研究分野

Informatics - Robotics and intelligent system

給与

Annual Salary : 3 million yen ~ 5 million yen

勤務時間

Working hours :09:00-17:30

Break time :12:00-12:45

Overtime and other explanations : Under the Discretionary Labor System for Professional Work, the employee is considered to have worked 7 hours and 45 minutes a day, 5 days a week.

募集要項

応募資格

応募に必要な学歴・学位

Ph.D. / Doctor

雇用形態

Contract employee

契約期間

Nontenured - Non-tenure track

As soon as possible after September 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026
Employment Renewal: The contract may be renewed on an annual basis, considering the budget situation, the worker's progress engaged in, the workload at the end of the contract period, work performance, work attitude, health status, etc.
However, renewal shall be limited to one time until February 28, 2027.

Probationary period present

14 days from the date of hire.

勤務地

〒113-0033 Tokyo Bunkyo-ku, Hongo, 7-3-1 The University of Tokyo

待遇

各種制度

Transportation expenses : Commuting allowance (up to 55,000 yen/month, calculated in accordance with our company's regulations, if the employee meets our requirements)

Others : Compensation to be determined in accordance with the University of Tokyo Regulations.
An annual salary system will be applied, Annual Salary: ¥3,900,000 ~ ¥4,800,000
加入保険

Others : In accordance with statutory requirements, individuals will be enrolled in the MEXT Mutual Aid Association, employment insurance, and workers’ compensation insurance.
就業場所における受動喫煙防止のための取組事項

The measures against second-hand smoking: Smoking is not allowed on campus grounds. (Only permitted in designated areas outside.)

応募上の配慮

面接実施に関しての配慮（海外など遠方にお住まいの方、他）

Online Interview

採用人数

1 person(s)

Starting date : 2025/09/01

募集期間

2025/06/05~2025/08/31 Deadline for receipt

Applications will be closed as soon as a suitable candidate is hired.

応募方法

応募書類

Application Form : Online Submission
- CV (free format)

Achievements and Activities : Online Submission
- Publication & Achievement List

Other online application forms
- 1-page cover letter describing fit and motivation
- Contact information for 2 references
応募書類の返却

We will dispose of all application documents responsibly.