IIT Gandhinagar Postdoctoral in Robotics 2025 HigherJobz

About Position/Job

The Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position in the Robotics Lab, focusing on Soft Robotics and Control Systems. Supervised by Prof. Madhu Vadali, this role is part of the project Development of Control and Learning Strategies for a Variable Stiffness Soft Robotic Gripper. The appointment is for 1 year, offering a consolidated monthly salary of ₹72,000–₹84,000 depending on experience. The selected candidate will work on advanced research in robot dynamics, soft robotics, control, and learning algorithms. This interdisciplinary project provides opportunities for experimental work, simulations, hardware prototyping, and collaborations across multiple engineering disciplines in IITGN’s vibrant research environment.

Position/Job Details

Position: Postdoctoral Fellow
Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN)
Department/Lab: Robotics Lab
Research Field: Soft Robotics, Control Systems, Robot Learning
Location: Gandhinagar, India
Number of Posts: 01
Job Type: Full-time, Postdoctoral Fellowship (1 year)
Start Date (Anticipated): September 2025
Working Hours: Full-time, as per institute norms
Salary Range: ₹72,000–₹84,000 per month (based on experience)
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD

Research Area

Soft robotics and variable stiffness mechanisms
Robot dynamics and control
Learning algorithms for robots
Robotic simulation and hardware prototyping

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or allied fields from a reputed institution
Minimum 60% marks (or equivalent) from graduation onwards, and at least 55% in Class 10 and 12
Strong knowledge of theory, mathematics, and coding
Solid publication record in robotics or related areas
Proven experience in robot dynamics and control

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior research in soft robotics or learning algorithms for robots
Experience with robotic simulation software
Strong interests in interdisciplinary robotics research

Key Responsibilities

Conduct research on control and learning strategies for soft robotic grippers
Contribute to multiple projects in soft robotics and robot learning
Develop simulation models, hardware prototypes, and perform experimental testing
Collaborate with lab members and other research groups across IITGN
Publish results in peer-reviewed journals and conferences

Application Process

How to Apply:

Applicants should submit:

A detailed resume
A 250–300 word statement describing career goals, motivation, and relevant past experience in soft robotics, robot learning algorithms, or robotic simulation
A list of three referees

Applications must be submitted via the official online form by the deadline.