Robotics Simulation Engineer, Iowa Technology Institute
Education Requirement:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field and a minimum of 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Qualifications:
- Expert knowledge of robotic kinematics, including humanoid kinematics and locomotion, control theory, and advanced motion planning for complex, multi-degree-of-freedom systems.
- Strong Proficiency in Python for simulation scripting, and exceptional skills in C++ for developing high-performance, real-time control modules.
- Extensive experience with NVIDIA Isaac Sim and the broader Omniverse platform. This includes building and configuring virtual worlds, importing assets, and using the core APIs to create and test human-centric scenarios.
- Specific experience with humanoid robotics or virtual characters, with a focus on implementing inverse kinematics and bipedal control systems.
- Practical experience with virtual sensor creation and data processing, specifically for use in perception and navigation tasks within a simulated environment.
Application Details
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For questions, contact Adrian Cunningham at adrian-cunningham@uiowa.edu
Benefits Highlights
Regular salaried position. Pay level 5B. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success. Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance. Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation. Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
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