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Job Information

Amazon Postdoctoral Scientist, Amazon Robotics, RAD Movement Science in North Reading, Massachusetts

Description

Amazon is looking for talented Postdoctoral Scientists to join our RAD Movement Science team for a one-year, full-time research position.

The RAD Movement Science team studies algorithms for efficient motion planning and coordination of AR’s mobile robots. Our aim is to improve the efficiency of robot movement and to enable the system to adapt to new operational conditions. Our solutions account for the two key requirements of movement: preserving liveness and working at scale. We are driven by system-level problems, where a new algorithm can unlock a new solution design, fix a significant shortcoming, guarantee performance under varying conditions, or improve how complex tradeoffs are made. As a science team, we take on projects which require cutting-edge research, a longer time-horizon, or carry significant risk.

Key job responsibilities

In this role you will:

  • Work closely with a senior science advisor, collaborate with other scientists and engineers, and be part of Amazon’s vibrant and diverse global science community.

  • Publish your innovation in top-tier academic venues and hone your presentation skills.

  • Be inspired by challenges and opportunities to invent cutting-edge techniques in your area(s) of expertise.

We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:

North Reading, MA, USA

Basic Qualifications

Basic qualifications include:

  • PhD in a relevant field, received within 2 years of starting the program

  • Proven publication record in AI, Robotics, Computer Science, or other related technical fields

  • Experience in data science and quantitative research

  • Proficiency in technologies relevant to the subfield

Preferred Qualifications

Postdocs demonstrate the following preferred job qualifications:

  • Expert knowledge in optimization, heuristic search, multi-agent path finding, automated planning and scheduling

  • Ability to independently deliver results in a fast-paced environment

  • Publications at top-tier, peer-reviewed conferences and/or journals

  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Required application materials:

  • CV, which lists all peer-reviewed publications and conferences,

  • Research statement that outlines your research achievements and future research interests, and

  • A journal article or book chapter that demonstrates your domain expertise.

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

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