Research Assistant
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Typecontract
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentMechanical and Automation Engineering
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 2w ago
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Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Automation, or related disciplines
Solid knowledge of mechanical design, actuator, controller, and sensors
Familiar with hardware analysis in medical products
Strong problem-solving skills and project execution capability
Self-motivation to work independently and co-operatively with other team members
Work experience in flexible robotics or soft robotics
Requirements
The Department of Mechanical and Automation Engineering is currently looking for a Research Assistant in the field of medical robotics. Applicants should have/be (i) a Bachelor’s degree or a Master’s degree in Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Automation, or related disciplines; (ii) solid knowledge of mechanical design, actuator, controller, and sensors, etc.; (iii) familiar with hardware analysis in medical products; (iv) strong problem-solving skills and project execution capability; and (v) self-motivation to work independently and co-operatively with other team members. Work experience in flexible robotics or soft robotics will be advantageous.
Responsibilities
The appointee will be responsible for (a) providing technical support to design and modeling of medical robots; (b) assisting in prototype fabrication, integration, and evaluation of surgical robots; © assisting in testing and error analysis of robotic system; (d) co-operating with suppliers; and (e) assisting in purchasing and work preparation.
Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for one year, renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement.
Hiring process
Applicants must submit a detailed CV and copies of certificates showing that they have fulfilled the academic qualifications stated above in the online application, otherwise their applications will NOT be considered.
The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.
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