Research Associate - Electrical, Computer, and Systems Engineering Department (ECSE)

To be primarily responsible for parts of an NIH-funded project. Research will focus on design, implementation, analysis, validation, and evaluation of robotic sensing, planning, and control algorithms, and design and prototyping of robotic hardware platforms, with applications to image-guided and intelligent medical robotic systems. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Participate in regular group meetings.
2. Write reports to funding agencies.
3. Advise student researchers.
4. Co-author academic publications

5. Plan and implement new projects / evaluate research results. NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

6. Perform other duties as assigned CONTACTS Department: Department staff and faculty University: Collaborating faculty, research administration, purchasing, contracting External: contract engineering vendors, outside academic collaborators Students: graduate and undergraduate researchers

Experience: PhD degree (or having completed all of the requirements of a PhD degree by the start date) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field preferred with 0-3 years experience. Specific knowledge in the theory and/or practice of robotics is required., 3. Ability to communicate effectively on a one-on-one basis as well as in a group setting., Experience: PhD degree (or having completed all of the requirements of a PhD degree by the start date) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field preferred with 0-3 years experience. Specific knowledge in the theory and/or practice of robotics is required. REQUIRED SKILLS

1. Specific knowledge in theory and/or practice of robotics, and magnetic resonance imaging.

2. Prior publications in related areas.
3. Ability to communicate effectively on a one-on-one basis as well as in a group setting.

The position entails working in a research laboratory. The selected applicant will be expected to maintain all required certification for laboratory work and adhere to all safety regulations. The position may require extended hours including weekends as experiments dictate. CITY OF CLEVELAND PAY TRANSPARENCY ORDINANCE In compliance with the City of Cleveland’s Pay Transparency Ordinance (effective October 27, 2025), the annual starting base salary range for this position is from $52,000 -$80,000. CWRU considers factors such as (but not limited to) the specific grant funding and the terms of the research grant, as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal peer equity. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off.