Research Areas
- Flexible electronics and biosignal sensing
- AI for sensing, human–robot interaction and soft robotics
- Multimodal haptic perception and feedback
- Origami, soft and continuum robotics
- Mechanical metamaterials and stimuli-responsive functional materials
- Environmentally sustainable robotic systems based on biodegradable materials
- Other topics in robotics, flexible electronics or smart materials that align with the applicant's expertise
Responsibilities
- Conduct research leading to high-quality peer-reviewed publications
- Lead or contribute to the laboratory's research projects
- Assist the principal investigator in supervising PhD and master's students
Qualifications
- Applicants should generally be no older than 35
- A PhD, completed or nearing completion, in mechanical engineering, electronics, materials science, automation, computer science, biomedical engineering or a related field
- Research and development experience in robotic systems, flexible electronics, metamaterials, smart materials, soft robotics or human–machine interfaces is preferred
Benefits & Career Support
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- Research scope and work location may be agreed with the supervisor; support and recommendations are available for overseas research visits and joint training
- Access to well-equipped research facilities and ample laboratory space
- Support for applications to the National Natural Science Foundation of China, the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation and other postdoctoral funding schemes
- Opportunities to apply for overseas postdoctoral fellowships, the Postdoctoral Innovative Talent Support Program, international postdoctoral recruitment funding, and the Shanghai and Fudan University Super Postdoctoral Programs
- The laboratory may provide performance-based allowances in addition to funding from the relevant scheme
- A supportive working environment and access to information on housing for researchers near campus
- Eligibility to apply for Shanghai household registration and associated benefits in accordance with applicable regulations
- Outstanding postdoctoral researchers may be recommended for faculty positions at Fudan University or other leading universities upon completion of their appointments
- Joint training opportunities with Westlake University are available for applicants interested in working in Hangzhou
Indicative annual compensation under the relevant funding schemes
- Overseas Postdoctoral Fellowship
- RMB 500,000+ per year
- Postdoctoral Innovative Talent Support Program
- RMB 480,000+ per year
- International Postdoctoral Recruitment Program
- RMB 450,000+ per year
- Shanghai Super Postdoctoral Program
- RMB 300,000+ per year
- Fudan University Super Postdoctoral Program
- RMB 260,000–280,000+ per year
How to Apply
Application Materials
- A detailed curriculum vitae
- Education
- Employment history
- Research experience
- Publications
- Basic information about three referees
- Contact details are not required
- Reference letters are not required
- Any additional materials the applicant considers relevant
Please submit all materials as PDF files. Eligible applicants who pass the initial review will be invited for an interview. Application materials will be kept confidential and deleted if the application is unsuccessful. Applications are accepted until the positions are filled. Visits must be arranged in advance.
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