Post doc position design and testing of robotic arm for space application

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Organisation/Company Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia Research Field Engineering Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Application Deadline 1 Sep 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country Italy Type of Contract Other Job Status Other Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

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Offer Description

Location: Genova

Step into a world of endless possibilities, together let’s leave something for the future!

At IIT, we are committed to advancing human-centered Science and Technology to address the most urgent societal challenges of our era. We foster excellence in both fundamental and applied research, spanning fields such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and material sciences, offering a truly interdisciplinary scientific experience. Our approach integrates cutting-edge tools and technology, empowering researchers to push the limits of knowledge and innovation.

With us, your curiosity will know no bounds.

We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering diversity in all its forms, creating an inclusive environment. We value the unique experiences, knowledge, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives of our people. By embracing diversity, we believe science can achieve its fullest potential.

THE ROLE

You will be working in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary group, where junior and senior scientists collaborate, each with their expertise, to carry out a scientific activity with a shared research goal.

The Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT), in collaboration with the Italian Space Agency (ASI), is launching an ambitious project focused on the development of an advanced robotic arm system designed for in-orbit satellite servicing, recovery operations, and space debris management:



LILO project (LIghtweight LOng-reach robotic arm system for satellite in-orbit).

We are seeking a highly motivated Robotics Engineer to contribute to the design, development, and laboratory testing of novel robotic manipulators for orbital applications. The selected candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team engaged in cutting-edge space robotics research and development. xkiyazw

Within the research team, your main responsibilities will be:

Design and develop robotic arm Systems for space operation

Contribute to mechanical, control and software development activities

System integration

Support simulation, prototyping, and validation phases

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

PhD in Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or related fields

Documented experience in mechatronic system design and test

Strong publication record

Hands‑on experience in a technical laboratory setting

Good command of spoken and written English

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

Knowledge of CAD software, modelling and drawing, preferably PTC‑Creo

Practical knowledge of electronic system design and testing

Sensor fusion

Embedded system

Experience with simulation tools and robotic software frameworks

Knowledge of space systems or microgravity environments

Capacity to work autonomously and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environment

Analytical Reasoning skills and a growth mindset

Good manual skills and affinity with laboratory environment

Experience in mechanical assembling

Experience in mechatronics and/or electronics

COMPENSATION PACKAGE A yearly gross salary ranging between 34.000€ and 38.000€

Private health care coverage depending on your role and contract

Candidates from abroad or Italian citizens who have carried scientific research activity permanently abroad and meet specific requirements, may be entitled to a deduction from taxable income of up to 90% from 6 to 13 years.

This open position is financed by the Italian Space Agency (ASI) in the framework of LILO project (LIghtweight LOng-reach robotic arm system for satellite in-orbit) contract n. 2025-25-HH, CUP F33C25

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