Opportunities

Postdoctoral researchers

The Material Robotics Lab is seeking a highly motivated postdoc to join our team’s research efforts in the broad areas of soft robotics and surgical robotics with applications in interventional endoscopy. 

Prior experience in soft robotics and surgical robotics is required. A background in image-guided navigation and computer vision algorithms is strongly preferred. Design, prototyping, and system integration skills are preferred. Experience with animal experiments and the ability to work collaboratively with clinicians is helpful. 

Qualified applicants should respond by email as soon as possible to Prof. Sheila Russo (russos@bu.edu) with a description of their qualifications, academic background, Ph.D. thesis, publications, career goals, and availability. They should include pdf’s of up to three relevant publications.

Names of up to three contacts for recommendation letters should be provided.

Initial appointments will be for one year with the possibility of extension. The start date is immediate.

PhD students

Prospective PhD students should apply to the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Boston University. Please specify interest in working with Prof. Russo in your application. Also, please specify the reasons why you would like to work with us in your statement. Once you apply, you can send an email to Prof. Russo about your application.

Undergraduate and Master’s students

The Material Robotics Lab is often seeking highly motivated undergraduate and Master’s students to assist with research projects. However, there are a limited number of positions available.
Please note that short term projects (single semester) are generally discouraged since there is a significant amount of training required prior to participating in one of our research programs.
Students should contact Prof. Russo for more information. Please include as much information as possible in your email (CV, transcript, reason why you would like to join the lab, etc.).
I will reach out to you if we have a research opportunity that might be a good fit with your interests/profile.