Faculty- Robotics

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Summary

Teach robotics courses, run labs, and mentor student projects at a new Robotics Minor program at an Indian university, blending embedded systems, control, and machine vision.

About Rishihood

Rishihood is India’s first national transformation university. It prepares learners to solve the big problems of tomorrow. Our transformative education is built on three pillars:

• Personal Impact – developing physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual strength.

• Professional Impact – building real-world skills through industry-integrated, practice-based learning.

• Public Impact – fostering interdisciplinary thinking and a commitment to nation-building.

At Rishihood, we nurture leaders who will transform themselves, their professions, and the nation.

Purpose

We are looking for a full-time faculty member to help build and grow our new Robotics Minor, joining as an Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, depending on experience. This is a hands-on, lab-first role focused on developing courses, establishing laboratories, mentoring student projects, and preparing students for careers in robotics across industrial and commercial domains.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the design, development, and growth of the Robotics Minor, with the long-term vision of evolving it into a full undergraduate degree programme.
Design and deliver industry-relevant courses and laboratory sessions in Robotics and allied domains.
Mentor students in developing innovative robotics projects, prototypes, and research initiatives.
Prepare students for careers in robotics through experiential learning, practical applications, and project-based education.
Develop laboratory infrastructure and hands-on learning experiences aligned with current industry practices.
Collaborate with faculty across Computer Science, Electronics, and Mechanical Engineering to develop interdisciplinary courses and research initiatives.
Establish collaborations with industry partners for internships, live projects, workshops, and guest lectures.
Continuously update curriculum and laboratory content to reflect emerging technologies and advancements in robotics.

Qualifications & Experience

M.Tech. or PhD (or equivalent) in Robotics, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
Prior teaching, research, or relevant industry experience in robotics, automation, embedded systems, or related fields is preferred.
Strong communication, mentoring, and laboratory management skills.
Passion for project-based, experiential, and interdisciplinary education.

Technical Expertise

We are looking for candidates with broad familiarity across robotics and deep expertise in two or more of the following areas.

Embedded Systems

Embedded firmware development using C/C++ on platforms such as ARM, ESP32, AVR, or similar microcontrollers.
Experience with embedded software architecture, RTOS, debugging, and firmware development.
Familiarity with ROS, FreeRTOS, Arduino, SimpleFOC, or comparable open-source robotics ecosystems.
Embedded hardware development including microcontrollers, motor drivers, power electronics, and signal conditioning.

Motors, Actuators & Control Systems

Knowledge of electric motors, actuators, sensors, and motion systems.
Understanding of open-loop and closed-loop control systems.
Experience with control system modelling, tuning, and implementation.
Motion planning for robotic manipulators, wheeled robots, drones, and autonomous systems.
Sensor integration, calibration, sensor fusion, dead reckoning, and Kalman filtering.

Machine Vision & Industrial Robotics

Machine vision using OpenCV, AI-based vision techniques, and related toolkits.
Familiarity with LiDAR, stereo vision, depth sensing, and other robotic perception technologies.
Knowledge of industrial robotics, PLCs, robot controllers, industrial automation systems, and machine integration.

Design & Fabrication

CAD and CAM tools for mechanical and electronic product development.
PCB design and hardware prototyping.
3D modelling and Design for Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing).

Preferred Attributes

Strong hands-on experience in one or more robotics domains with working knowledge across multiple disciplines.
Ability to teach complex engineering concepts through practical, laboratory-based learning.
Demonstrated interest in continuous learning and adoption of emerging robotics technologies.
Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary academic and research environments.
Interest in applied research, innovation, product development, and industry collaboration.
Commitment to preparing students for careers in robotics, automation, and intelligent systems.

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