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Technician in product design for wearable sensors

Genoa

FULL TIME

September 13, 2024

Technician in product design for wearable sensors
- (2400006I)

Commitment & contract: full-time fixed term contract
Location: Genoa
WHO WE ARE
At IIT we work enthusiastically to develop human-centered Science and Technology to tackle some of the most pressing societal challenges of our times and transfer these technologies to the production system and society. Our Genoa headquarter is strictly inter-connected with our 11 centers around Italy and two outer-stations based in the US for a truly interdisciplinary experience.
YOUR TEAM
The Artificial and Mechanical Intelligence research unit (https://ami.iit.it/) is seeking to appoint a full-time product designer for wearable sensors and humanoid robots.
The selected candidate will develop product design methods for the Artificial and Mechanical Intelligence cutting-edge robotics research. In particular, the selected candidate will contribute to the ergo Cub joint laboratory https://ergocub.eu/ between IIT and INAIL. INAIL, the National Institute for Insurance against Accidents at Work, is an Italian public non-profit entity whose goal is to safeguard workers against physical injuries and occupational diseases. The selected candidate will work in taking the human motion tracking technologies developed at IIT to the next level, preparing proof of concept technologies that will try to address the fundamental societal challenges that INAIL is aiming to solve: helping reduce injuries in the workplace and facilitating the return to work of people injured at the workplace.
Beside the above research area, the product design methods will be also used for the other research axes of the Artificial and Mechanical Intelligence, namely, to: give humanoid robots the ability to fly (https://ami.iit.it/aerial-humanoid-robotics), give humanoid robots the ability to help and collaborate with humans (https://ami.iit.it/human-robot-collaboration), give humans the ability to exist in another place via humanoid robots (https://ami.iit.it/telexistence).
We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic technician who will join our team to improve the state of art in human and humanoid robotics research.
The successful candidate will be involved in the development of product design methods for wearable sensors that allow force and motion tracking system. Research will be conducted at the Artificial and Mechanical Intelligence research unit. The laboratory, led by Dr. Daniele Pucci, combines theoretical investigations with real-time practical implementation on real hardware and embedded electronics.
This open position/research is funded by INAIL within the project: “Ergo Cub-2.0 - Gestione integrata, predittiva e responsabile dei profili di rischio nei nuovi contesti lavorativi ibridi: collaborazione uomo-robot e intelligenza artificiale” (CUP J53C24000540005).
WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU SHINE

Master or Ph D Degree in product design;
Experience with product design for wearables, aspects for improving human socialization or wireless communication devices (e.g. Bluetooth);
Software background (at least one of the following items): PTC Creo, Blender, Photoshop, Ilustrator, Space Claim, Maya;
Outstanding technical and theoretical skills;
Creative, proactive and collaborative attitude;
English language skills (written and oral).

EXTRA AWESOME

Good communication skills
Strong problem solving attitude
High motivation to learn
Good in time and priority management
Ability to work in a challenging and international environment

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Competitive salary for international standards
Wide range of staff discounts

WHAT’S IN FOR YOU?

An equal, inclusive and multicultural environment ready to welcome you with open arms. Discrimination is a big NO for us!
We like contamination and encourage you to mingle and discover what other people are up to in our labs!
If paperwork is not your piece of cake, we got you! There’s a specialized team working to help you with that, especially during your relocation!
If you are a startupper or a business-minded person, you will find some exceptionally gifted professionals ready to nurture and guide your attitude and aspirations.
If you want your work to have a real impact, in IIT you will find an innovative and stimulating culture that drives our mission to contribute to the improvement and well-being of society!
We stick to our values! Integrity, courage, societal responsibility and inclusivity are the values we believe in! They define us and our actions in our everyday life. They guide us to accomplish IIT mission!

If you feel this tickles your appetite for change, do not hesitate and apply!

Please submit your application using the online form and including a detailed CV, the list of (eventual) publications/projects, University transcripts, a cover letter outlining motivation into the project and work environment, names and contact information of at least 1 referee (maximum three).
Application’s deadline: September 30th 2024

We inform you that the information you provide will be used solely for the purposes of evaluating and selecting professional profiles in order to meet the requirements of Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia.
Your data will be processed by Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, based in Genoa, Via Morego 30, acting as Data Controller, in compliance with the rules on protection of personal data, including those related to data security.
Please also note that, pursuant to articles 15 et. seq. of European Regulation no. 679/2016 (General Data Protection Regulation), you may exercise your rights at any time by contacting the Data Protection Officer (phone Tel: +39 010 28961 - email: dpo@iit.it ).

Primary Location GENOVA

Job Technical

Organization Artificial and Mechanical Intelligence

Job Posting Sep 13, 2024, 6:56:50 AM

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