Faculty- Robotics

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Purpose

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, development, and growth of the Robotics Minor, with the long-term vision of evolving it into a full undergraduate degree programme.
  
• Design and deliver industry-relevant courses and laboratory sessions in Robotics and allied domains.
  
• Mentor students in developing innovative robotics projects, prototypes, and research initiatives.
  
• Prepare students for careers in robotics through experiential learning, practical applications, and project-based education.
  
• Develop laboratory infrastructure and hands-on learning experiences aligned with current industry practices.
  
• Collaborate with faculty across Computer Science, Electronics, and Mechanical Engineering to develop interdisciplinary courses and research initiatives.
  
• Establish collaborations with industry partners for internships, live projects, workshops, and guest lectures.
  
• Continuously update curriculum and laboratory content to reflect emerging technologies and advancements in robotics.
  

Qualifications & Experience

• M.Tech. or PhD (or equivalent) in Robotics, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
  
• Prior teaching, research, or relevant industry experience in robotics, automation, embedded systems, or related fields is preferred.
  
• Strong communication, mentoring, and laboratory management skills.
  
• Passion for project-based, experiential, and interdisciplinary education.
  
  

Technical Expertise

We are looking for candidates with broad familiarity across robotics and deep expertise in two or more of the following areas.

Embedded Systems

• Embedded firmware development using C/C++ on platforms such as ARM, ESP32, AVR, or similar microcontrollers.
  
• Experience with embedded software architecture, RTOS, debugging, and firmware development.
  
• Familiarity with ROS, FreeRTOS, Arduino, SimpleFOC, or comparable open-source robotics ecosystems.
  
• Embedded hardware development including microcontrollers, motor drivers, power electronics, and signal conditioning.
  

Motors, Actuators & Control Systems

• Knowledge of electric motors, actuators, sensors, and motion systems.
  
• Understanding of open-loop and closed-loop control systems.
  
• Experience with control system modelling, tuning, and implementation.
  
• Motion planning for robotic manipulators, wheeled robots, drones, and autonomous systems.
  
• Sensor integration, calibration, sensor fusion, dead reckoning, and Kalman filtering.
  

Machine Vision & Industrial Robotics

• Machine vision using OpenCV, AI-based vision techniques, and related toolkits.
  
• Familiarity with LiDAR, stereo vision, depth sensing, and other robotic perception technologies.
  
• Knowledge of industrial robotics, PLCs, robot controllers, industrial automation systems, and machine integration.
  

Design & Fabrication

• CAD and CAM tools for mechanical and electronic product development.
  
• PCB design and hardware prototyping.
  
• 3D modelling and Design for Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing).
  
  

Preferred Attributes

• Strong hands-on experience in one or more robotics domains with working knowledge across multiple disciplines.
  
• Ability to teach complex engineering concepts through practical, laboratory-based learning.
  
• Demonstrated interest in continuous learning and adoption of emerging robotics technologies.
  
• Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary academic and research environments.
  
• Interest in applied research, innovation, product development, and industry collaboration.
  
• Commitment to preparing students for careers in robotics, automation, and intelligent systems.