Postdoctoral Researcher: Robotics & Autonomous Systems
johns hopkins university applied physics laboratoryLaurel (MD)
Postdoctoral Researcher: Robotics & Autonomous Systems
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johns hopkins university applied physics laboratoryLaurel (MD)
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher in Robotics and Autonomous Systems to advance autonomy in mission-driven environments. We invite recent PhD graduates to join the Tailored Autonomous Systems Group (QPJ) and translate cutting-edge research into real-world robotic systems, emphasizing rapid prototyping, field experiments, and cross-disciplinary collaboration across mechanical, electrical, software, and AI/ML teams.
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