Research Scholar

New York University • Brooklyn, NY • 23h ago

RESEARCH SCHOLAR

New York University Tandon School of Engineering

The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at NYU Tandon School of Engineering is seeking to hire a full time Research Scholar .

New York University (NYU) is one of the top private universities in the United States, and the Tandon School of Engineering, located in Brooklyn, NY, is deeply committed to excellence in teaching and learning. Tandon fosters student and faculty innovation and entrepreneurship that make a difference in the world.

Responsibilities

Candidates will be responsible for:

Python Programming: Write, test, and maintain Python scripts and modules to support robot control applications.

Hands on robotics: Plan and conduct experiments with real robot systems, log data, track data, visualize data.

ML Model Training: Use NYU's high performance computing (HPC) to train large models (4B parameters).

ML Model Inference: Deploy trained models for real robot experiments.

Robot Simulation: Train and deploy models within a simulated robot environment.

Exceptional communication and time management skills.

Ability to work both independently and within a team.

Demonstrated proficiency in Python and ML model training is required.

Salary range

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the minimum salary for this position is $48,000 to $62,500 per year, depending on the candidate's experience and qualification .

Expected start date and period of employment

Expected start date is June 18th , 2026. This position is expected to be for 2.5 months through August 31, 2026.

Candidates should have a Masters in Mechanical Engineering or a degree in a related STEM field. Candidates will be required to present eligibility to work in the United States.

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated background in robotics, vision language action models, behavior cloning techniques, underwater robot systems, and autonomous systems, as exemplified by a strong publication record.

Applicants should submit the following information:

Cover letter,

up-to-date CV that includes a complete list of publications,

names and contact information for three references,

Other additional information needed (e.g., research statement, publications).

All application materials should be submitted electronically via Interfolio.

Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and will continue until the position is filled.

For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr

NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Sustainability Statement

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