Researcher for Robotic Dexterous Picking
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
WorcesterPart time$44k – $44kPosted Aug 3, 2026
Job description
JOB TITLE Researcher for Robotic Dexterous Picking LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Robotics Engineering
- JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute
- WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Temporary Researcher needed to assist with a research project in Robotics Engineering. JOB DESCRIPTION The researcher will be responsible for implementing dextrous picking algorithms, conduct experiments, collect experimental data, and analyze the data. The researcher will be working under the supervision of a faculty and a PhD student. Pay: Hourly rate is $21 per hour. This is an on-site, temporary 20 hrs per week position. FLSA STATUS United States of America (Non-Exempt) WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.