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Illinois Institute of Technology

Location: West Chicago, Illinois
Category: Admin-Other Administrative Positions
Date Posted: August 9, 2023

Job Description

Position Details
Position Information

Position Title	Postdoctoral Scholar
Requisition #	S01206P
FLSA	Exempt
Location	IIT-Mies Campus (MC), 10 West 35th St., Chicago
Department	Mechanical, Material Aerospace Engi
GENERAL DESCRIPTION	The RoboticsLab at Illinois Tech, led by Prof. Matthew Spenko, is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral scholar to conduct research for a 15-month project. The postdoc will work closely with Starfish Space, our collaborator, on a Space Force-funded project aimed at developing a universally compatible, non-destructive capture system for in-space docking in all orbits. Specifically, the postdoc will be responsible for the development of grippers that utilize gecko-like and hybrid gecko-like/electrostatic adhesion.
COMMUNICATIONS	Documenting results and publishing outcomes.
CUSTOMER SERVICE	N/A
Special Schedule Requirements
EEOC Statement	Illinois Institute of Technology is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, inclusion and diversity. It is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and actively seeks applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities regardless of race, color, sex, marital status, religion, national origin, disability, age, unfavorable discharge from the military, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation including gender identity and expression, order of protection status, and/or genetic information. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.

Qualifications

Education & Experience	Requirements: Ph.D. in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, robotics, mechatronic engineering, or a related field
Knowledge & Skills	Requirements: Strong background in experimental aspects of mechatronic design Detailed understanding of mechatronic/robotic hardware Excellent academic writing, communication, and interpersonal skills History of mentoring students Record of strong scholarly output in the form of peer-reviewed publications or patents Preferred Skills: Experience with gecko-like, dry, electrostatic, and/or other controllable adhesives Familiarity with space-hardware Proficiency in embedded electronic design
SUPERVISION & BUDGET AUTHORITY	Requirements: mentor undergraduate and MS students
Physical Environment and Requirements	N/A

Certifications and Licenses

List any certifications or licenses that are either required or helpful in performing the job, designating whether required or preferred.	N/A

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibility	Designing, prototyping, and testing mechanical and mechatronic hardware.
Percentage Of Time	50

Key Responsibility	Documenting results and publishing outcomes.
Percentage Of Time	25

Key Responsibility	Interacting with sponsors.
Percentage Of Time	25

Posting Information

Work Hours	Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Position Category	Full Time
Posting Date	08/09/2023
Closing Date
Posted Until Filled	Yes
Quicklink for Posting	https://iit7.peopleadmin.com/postings/9771

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