Research Engineer (Robotics Engineer - Learning-Based Manipulation) - LYB4

Research Engineer (Robotics Engineer - Learning-Based Manipulation) – LYB4. Posting Start Date: 20/02/2026. Schemes of Service: Research. Division: Engineering. Employment Type: Fixed Term.

Role Title: Robotics Engineer (Learning-Based Manipulation).

Role Overview

As a University of Applied Learning, SIT works closely with industry in our research pursuits. Our research staff will have opportunities to tackle real-world, industry-relevant problems, working alongside faculty members and professional officers.

The SIT Centre for Intelligent Robotics (CIR) is an applied research centre responsible for developing and maintaining core applied robotics and embodied AI capabilities for real-world deployment. CIR is seeking a Robotics Engineer to implement state-of-the-art learning-based robotic manipulation methods on physical platforms for industry-driven applications, with an emphasis on contact-rich manipulation, robustness, and safe o...