Scientist I / II, Robotics
Location
Cambridge, MA
Level
Entry-Level
Department
MedTech
Type
Salary
$176,000 - $304,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2026-05-14
Responsibilities
- Design and develop autonomous robotic systems for transport and workcell operations.
- Integrate advanced path planning, navigation, and motion planning algorithms.
- Build production-grade mobile manipulation platforms using ROS/ROS2.
- Advance robotic perception by integrating various sensing modalities.
- Model, test, and optimize task planning and robot behaviors in simulation environments.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to translate research into real-world systems.
- Take robotic systems from concept through to deployment.
Job Requirements
- Ph.D. in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- Expertise in motion planning and navigation for robotics.
- Proficiency in ROS/ROS2, C++, and Python.
- Deep understanding of perception systems and sensor integration.
- Proven ability to deploy robotic systems effectively.
- Experience with dual-arm mobile manipulation systems is a plus.
- Strong publication or patent record in relevant fields is advantageous.
