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PhD Robotics Researcher: AI, Control & Perception

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks researchers and engineers to advance intelligent robotic systems, from concept to prototype and field-ready solutions in national security, space, and health applications. You will define novel robotic concepts, develop control algorithms and AI techniques, design and fabricate hardware, lead research teams, publish results to the scientific community, and collaborate with external sponsors to translate ideas into impact. #J-18808-Ljbffr Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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