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The School of Art Design and Media (ADM) in collaboration with the Robotics Research Centre 2 (RRC2) at the School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) invites suitable applications for the position of Research Assistant for the project Anticipatory Robotics.

Project Introduction:

The project titled Anticipatory Robotics aims to improve Human-Robot Interaction by developing a “Robot Body Language” wherein messages including emotions are incorporated into the movements of collaborative robots.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Design animated and motion-capture trajectories of a single-arm robot while incorporating different emotions/messages into the robot movements

  
  


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  Conduct literature review to support research

  
  


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  Manage project-related administrative work

  
  

Job Requirements:

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  Bachelor’s degree in Arts

  
  


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  Familiarity with 3D animation (blender) and Motion Capture

  
  


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  Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

  
  


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  Excellent organizational skills and able to work within given deadlines

  
  


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  Proactive and able to work independently

  
  


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  Good team player

  
  


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  Self-directed learner who effectively picks up relevant skills as needed

  
  

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.