PhD position in Multi-State Programmable Robotic Matter — ETH Zürich
CHF 73'500 - 111'500
ETH Zürich · Zurich (ZH)
- Location
- Zurich
- Contract
- fixed-term
- Posted
- 22 days ago
SalaryCHF 73'500 - 111'500
Role overview
PhD position in Multi-State Programmable Robotic Matter 100%, Zurich, fixed-term print Drucken The Robotic Materials group is looking for a highly motivated PhD student to work on programmable materials that access multiple distinct mechanical states for next-generation robotic matter systems.
This 4-year PhD position is fully funded.
Project background Modern robots increasingly rely on sophisticated mechanisms, such as modular architectures, reconfigurable linkages, deployable structures, and variable-stiffness components, to adapt their bodies to different tasks and environments.
- PhD position in Multi-State Programmable Robotic Matter 100%, Zurich, fixed-term print Drucken The Robotic Materials group is looking for a highly motivated PhD student to work on programmable materials that access multiple distinct mechanical states for next-generation robotic matter systems.
- This 4-year PhD position is fully funded.
Application process
- Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Profile
- MS degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Polymer Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields from a leading university
- Strong research track record in one or more of the following: dynamic covalent networks, phase-change materials, rheology of complex materials, stimuli-responsive polymers, or soft robotics
- Enthusiasm for fundamental materials challenges with a drive toward robotic applications
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and comfort with interdisciplinary work spanning chemistry, mechanics, and robotics
- Experience with polymer synthesis, mechanical testing, or material fabrication is a strong plus Workplace Workplace We offer
- A productive working environment with training and guidance from the PI on a regular basis
- Competitive salary according to ETH standards (fully funded, full-time, fixed term position)
Additional details
- The long-term vision is to create robots that can tune their physical embodiment through the programmable properties of matter itself.
- Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
- We look forward to receiving your application with the following documents as a single PDF:
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- Job description
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