Mid-Atlantic HERC

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Demonstrated prior experience designing and implementing robotic systems, especially haptic interfaces or surgical robotics

* Prior experience with microassembly systems, especially high-precision robot arms, linear actuation, precision force sensing, rapid calibration

* Strong experience with CAD tools (e.g., OnShape, SolidWorks, Fusion)

* Strong familiarity with electronic circuits, motor control, embedded cameras, PCB design, rapid prototyping, microcontroller programming and integration, simulation / testing, and LEDs

* Strong experience with software development, preferably spanning microcontroller programming, control systems, computer vision, VR environments, 3d rendering, etc.

* Experience with rapid prototyping using 3D printers

* Interest in programmatic CAD design, computational geometry, and/or CAD simulation

* Hands-on experience in a machine shop or prototyping lab

* Practical understanding of fabrication tolerances, material selection, and mechanical fabrication

* Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively across multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment

* An interest in advancing the frontier of Neuro-AI. Neuroscience and bioengineering background not required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or related field and six years of relevant experience; or a combination of education and relevant experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

* Demonstrated knowledge and skills of advanced scientific or engineering principles and practices.

* Extensive experience applying complex scientific and engineering principles and performing special technical services and the ability to articulate and translate implementation requirements to the planning, design, development, operations, and performance of complex equipment and systems

* In-depth experience using software applications, systems, or programs relevant for the job.

* Ability to supervise others in oversight and management of instrumentation or system installation.

* Demonstrated ability to oversee, maintain, and develop a laboratory space including demonstrated ability to and supervise the work of technicians and other staff associated with the group.

* Demonstrated ability to critically review research proposals, evaluate research capabilities, and make recommendations.

* Demonstrated ability to establish, communicate, and enforce compliance with health and safety policies and procedures.

* Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise and train a diverse work staff.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

* Frequently grasp lightly/fine manipulation, perform desk-based computer tasks, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.

* Occasionally stand/walk, sit, twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp forcefully.

* Rarely kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other), reach/work above shoulders, use a telephone, writing by hand, sort/file paperwork or parts, operate foot and/or hand controls, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh >40 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

* May be exposed to high voltage electricity, radiation or electromagnetic fields, lasers, noise > 80dB TWA, Allergens/Biohazards/Chemicals /Asbestos, confined spaces, working at heights >=10 feet, temperature extremes, heavy metals, unusual work hours or routine overtime and/or inclement weather.

* May require travel.

The expected pay range for this position is $132,996 to $157,641 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.