The School of Art Design and Media (ADM) in collaboration with the Robotics Research Centre 2 (RRC2) at the School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) invites suitable applications for the position of Research Assistant for the project Anticipatory Robotics.

Project Introduction:

The project titled Anticipatory Robotics aims to improve Human-Robot Interaction by developing a "Robot Body Language" wherein messages including emotions are incorporated into the movements of collaborative robots.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design animated and motion-capture trajectories of a single-arm robot while incorporating different emotions/messages into the robot movements
• Conduct literature review to support research
• Manage project-related administrative work

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Arts
• Familiarity with 3D animation (blender) and Motion Capture
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and able to work within given deadlines
• Proactive and able to work independently
• Good team player
• Self-directed learner who effectively picks up relevant skills as needed

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU