MS or BS Students (ECE, MAT, ME, CS, CCS)

We are always recruiting outstanding students to assist with research in the lab. Prospective students interested in a research assistantship should email Prof. Visell a letter that describes their background, experience, anticipated date of graduation, and research or career goals. Please also include a list of the courses you have taken (and grades received, unofficial transcripts preferred) and a resume. Attach copies of any papers that you have published in English.

PhD Openings (ECE, MAT, ME, CS)

Prospective UCSB PhD Students: We are always recruiting outstanding graduate students to research in the lab. We are recruiting prospective PhD students in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Science, and Media Arts and Technology.

Unfortunately, we do not have time to respond to all of the inquiries that we receive. Those wishing to undertake a PhD in our lab should apply to the program that best aligns with their prior education: Electrical and Computer Engineering, Media Arts and Technology, or Mechanical Engineering. Please mention your interest in our lab and in working with Yon Visell in your application. Your application will be brought to Prof. Visell's attention.

Current UCSB graduate students: The best way to get involved is to do a project in the lab. Please send a single email to yonvisell / at \ ece.ucsb.edu with a short summary of your background, interests, and relevant experience, a copy of your current CV or resume, and an unofficial copy of your transcripts. You should strongly consider attending one of our lab meetings and enrolling in a course taught by Prof. Visell.

Postdoc in Mechatronics, MEMS, or Acoustics, with Applications to Haptics

The RE Touch Lab at the University of California, Santa Barbara (http://www.re-touch-lab.com) has an opening for a postdoctoral researcher or research engineer to undertake research in our lab in the area of high performance tactile display engineering, related to skin mechanics and acoustics.

The position is based in the California NanoSystems Institute at UCSB. Our lab is affiliated with the Departments of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and the Media Arts and Technology Graduate Program at UCSB.

The successful candidate will possess experience in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, applied physics, physics, or a related field. Postdoc applicants should have a PhD in one of these areas, and a solid record of publication, commensurate with the applicant’s level of experience. Research engineer applicants should have relevant industry experience.

Specific experience in one or more of the following would be beneficial: haptics, mechatronics design, MEMS design, transducer design and systems, ultrasound, acoustics, or related areas of signal processing.

Above all, we are looking for someone who is hands-on and highly motivated.

How to Apply:

Applicants should send a single email to yonvisell / at \ ece.ucsb.edu . The email should include the following:

   • A short written summary of the background, interests, and relevant experience
   • For postdoc applicants, the doctoral dissertation topic
   • Desired / available start date (preferred within next six months)

As a PDF attachment, please include the following:

   • CV or resume
   • List of publications (particularly for postdoc applicants)
   • Contact information for at least 3 references

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Initial appointment will be for one year, with the possibility of renewal.

The salary will be highly competitive.

Postdoc in Haptics or Robotics

The RE Touch Lab at the University of California, Santa Barbara (http://www.re-touch-lab.com) has an opening for a postdoctoral researcher to undertake innovative research in our lab. The research topic may involve engaging with current projects in our lab, in areas such as wearable haptics or soft electronics, or opening new directions in haptics and robotics.

The successful candidate will, prior to the start date, possess a PhD in a mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, applied physics, or a related field. A strong record of publication is expected, commensurate with the applicant’s level of experience.

Experience in one or more of the following would be beneficial: haptics, mechatronics, robotics hardware/systems, MEMS design, applied materials, or acoustics. Above all, we are looking for someone who is intellectually curious, hands-on, and highly motivated.

How to Apply

Applicants should send a single email with Postdoc in the subject line to yonvisell / at \ ece.ucsb.edu . The email should include the following:

A short written summary of the research background, interests, and relevant experience
Doctoral dissertation topic
Desired / available start date

As a PDF attachment, please include the following:

CV
List of publications
Contact information for at least 3 references

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Initial appointment will be for one year, with the possibility of renewal.

For All Positions

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