University of Iowa Research · 4 days ago
Robotics and AI Scientist, Iowa Technology Institute
Iowa City, Iowa, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expThe University of Iowa Research is seeking a Robotics and AI Scientist at the Iowa Technology Institute, focusing on the development of a virtual soldier using advanced robotics principles. The role involves utilizing motion capture data, supervising research protocols, and contributing to the development of proposals for research funding.
Research
Responsibilities
Utilize and process motion capture (MoCap) data to animate and validate Santos's movements, ensuring the virtual soldier's behavior is both physically accurate and realistic
Perform basic and complex procedures and techniques as outlined in research protocol, assure fidelity to protocols, may propose modifications to protocols and/or assist in the design of research protocols
Design portions of research plan. Monitor, test, and evaluate current procedures
Supervise adherence to safety and compliance guidelines when necessary
Contribute to progress reports required by funding agencies
Participate in the development of new proposals for research and obtain external funding support for new and/or continuing research activities
Perform experiments, simulations, or theoretical investigations. Collect data and evaluate relevance of data. Work independently on basic research tasks with oversight by Faculty or Principal Investigator (PI). Contribute to documentation of equipment and procedures
Prepare manuscripts for contributing author for publication. Present results in departmental seminars and at professional meetings
Participate in public outreach activities as required by funding sources. May participate in national and international meetings within the discipline
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related field and a minimum of 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Expert knowledge of robotic kinematics, including humanoid kinematics and locomotion, control theory, and advanced motion planning for complex, multi-degree-of-freedom systems
Strong Proficiency in Python for simulation scripting, and exceptional skills in C++ for developing high-performance, real-time control modules
Extensive experience with NVIDIA Isaac Sim and the broader Omniverse platform. This includes building and configuring virtual worlds, importing assets, and using the core APIs to create and test human-centric scenarios
Specific experience with humanoid robotics or virtual characters, with a focus on implementing inverse kinematics and bipedal control systems
Practical experience with virtual sensor creation and data processing, specifically for use in perception and navigation tasks within a simulated environment
Benefits
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation
Sick leave
Health, dental, life and disability insurance options
Generous employer contributions into retirement plans
Exceptional health coverage
University-paid life insurance
Robust retirement plans
Generous leave policies
24/7 support services
Well-being resources
Access to UI Health Care specialists
Advanced training
Leadership development
Tuition assistance
Company
University of Iowa Research
The Office of the Vice President for Research is committed to forging new frontiers of discovery by providing resources and support to researchers and innovators at the University of Iowa, to promote a culture of creativity that enriches the campus, the state, and the world.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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