POSTDOC IN ENGINEERING FOR LIQUID CYBERNETIC SYSTEMS (F)

Commitment %26amp; contract.
Postdoc - fixed term collaboration contractLocation.
GenovaWHO WE AREAt IIT we work enthusiastically to develop human-centered Science and Technology to tackle some of the most pressing societal challenges of our times and transfer these technologies to the production system and society.
Our Genoa headquarter is strictly inter-connected with our 11 centers around Italy and two outer-stations based in the US for a truly interdisciplinary experience.
OUR TEAMThe COgITOR lab is led by Prof.
Alessandro Chiolerio, within the Bioinspired Soft Robotics research unit, under the responsibility of Dr.
Barbara Mazzolai.
You will be working in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary group and collaborate to carry out common research with outstanding facilities.
he position is based on a research project funded bythe European Innovation Council And SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) under grant agreement No.
COgITOR (A new COlloidal cybernetIc sysTem tOwaRds ,https://cogitor-project.
u/) coordinated by IIT, in the person of A.
Chiolerio.
he activity foresees the development and evaluation of a prototype of a colloidal cybernetic system, a multifunctional platform composed of liquid state material able to self-heal, sensing, computation and memorization, energy recovery and conversion, integrating an ad hoc electronics.
he research aims to develop, characterize and optimize a liquid state pressure sensor, as well as to integrate the energy, sensing and computing subsystems into the final unit, the COgITOR prototype.
The prototype will be then characterized to assess the cross-talk between subsystems and the response in extreme environment.
ithin the team, your main responsibilities will be.
abrication of the liquid state pressure sensorCharacterization of the sensorIntegration of the subsystems (pressure, energy, computing) into a single deviceIntegrated system testingExtreme environment testingESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTSPh.
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in any field of engineering or physicsDocumented experience and strong skills in LabView, manual setting up of experimentsAutonomy and responsible behavior in a labThe ability to properly report, organize and publish research dataGood command in spoken and written EnglishAvailability to transfer for the contract duration in Genova, ItalyADDITIONAL SKILLSIn addition to an appropriate scientific background, the applicant profile shall embrace as much as possible the following expertise areas.
soft robotics, fluid mechanics, LaTeX typesetting, Matlab scripting, Python languageGood communication skillsStrong problem solving attitudeHigh motivation to learnSpirit of innovation and creativityGood in time and priority managementAbility to work in a challenging and international environmentCOMPENSATION %26amp; BENEFITSCompetitive salary package for international standardsWide range of staff discountsCandidates from abroad or Italian citizens who permanently work abroad and meet specific requirements, may be entitled to a deduction from taxable income of up to 90% from 6 to 13 years.
HAT'S IN FOR YOU?Anequal,inclusive andmulticulturalenvironmentready to welcome you with open arms.
Discrimination is a big NO for us!Welike contamination andencourage you to mingle and discover what other people are up to in our labs!If paperwork is not your piece of cake, we got you! There's a specialized team working to help you with that, especially during your relocation.
f you are a startupper or a business-minded person, you will find some exceptionally gifted professionals ready to nurture and guide your attitude and aspirations.
f you want your work to have a real impact, in IIT you will find an innovative and stimulating culture that drives our mission to contribute to the improvement and well-being of society!We stick to our values! Integrity, courage, societal responsibility and inclusivity are the values we believe in.
They define us and our actions in our everyday life.
They guide us to accomplish IIT mission.
f you feel this tickles your appetite for change, do not hesitate and apply!Please submit your application using the online form and including a detailed CV, university transcripts, cover letter (outlining motivation and qualifications) and contact details of 2 references.
pplication's deadline.
3rd December We inform you that the information you provide will be used solely for the purposes of evaluating and selecting professional profiles in order to meet the requirements of Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia.
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