Detalles del empleo Tipo de empleo: Media jornada Ubicación: Getafe, Madrid provincia Descripción completa del empleo: A position focused on programming of laboratory robots. Ref. num: 2024-MH-R1-189 Research assistant in laboratory automation IMDEA Materials Institute is a public research organization founded in 2007 by Madrid's regional government to carry out research of excellence in Material Science and Engineering. IMDEA Materials has grown rapidly and currently includes more than 120 researchers from 22 nationalities. The research activities have been focused on materials for transport, energy, and health care. Description: IMDEA's Computational and Data-driven Materials Discovery Group is seeking a research assistant to support a project focused on accelerating materials discovery using laboratory automation, involving collaborative and research robots. The successful candidate will be involved in various robot programming tasks responsible for automated laboratory workflows, particularly with mobile robots such as a Turtle Bot. Additionally, the hired researcher will have access to regular training activities on transferable skills, organized by the Project Management Office at IMDEA. Requirements: A BSc degree in an engineering field is required. Previous experience with robotics and computer programming is essential. Proficiency in English is also necessary. Current Master's students are encouraged to apply. Conditions: This position is part-time, limited-term employment, with an expected effort of 10-20h/wk for 3-4 months, with the possibility of extension. The selected person will work on the project MATERIALES DISRUPTIVOS BIDIMENSIONALES (2D) funded by the Community of Madrid. Applications are processed upon reception. The position might be closed once ten working days have passed since publication, so early application is encouraged. The working language of the Institute is English. Full command of the English language is required in all positions. WHAT YOU WILL FIND AT IMDEA: Stimulating environment where you can grow professionally. IMDEA Materials Institute is committed to equal opportunities, diversity, and the promotion of a healthy work environment and work-life balance. #J-18808-Ljbffr