About the role#
Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises is hiring a Student Research Assistant for the CREST program. You will work under the supervision of Dr. Caio Mucchiani to support research on robotics and manufacturing systems. This role is funded by the National Science Foundation.
What you'll do#
- Develop and test robot kinematics and workspace models.
- Build physics-based simulations of robot motion, contact, and force.
- Check robot actions for safety, physical limits, and collision risks.
- Conduct experiments involving part handling, fixture loading, and tool use.
- Measure system performance, including success rates, cycle times, and error recovery.
- Research, learn, and mentor other team members.
What you'll need#
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant software.
- Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Coursework or experience in robot kinematics, dynamics, multibody mechanics, or control systems.
- Familiarity with simulation tools like Isaac Sim, MuJoCo, or Gazebo.
- Experience with ROS or ROS 2.
- Programming experience in Python or C++.
- Interest in robot hardware, sensors, and manufacturing applications.
Location & details#
- Location: Pomona, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Employment type: Full-time, paid.
About Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises
Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises is a nonprofit organization established in 1966. It operates in the higher education sector and provides services to Cal Poly Pomona. The organization manages dining, college retail, student housing, hospitality, and real estate. Surplus funds from these operations support the university by providing financial and facility resources for students, faculty, and staff.
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