Postdoctoral Scientist, Fulfillment Technology and Robotics
DESCRIPTION
Amazon is looking for talented Postdoctoral Scientists to join our Fulfillment Technology and Robotics team for a one-year, full-time research position.
The Innovation Lab in BOS27 is a physical space in which new ideas can be explored, hands-on. The Lab provides easier access to tools and equipment our inventors need while also incubating critical technologies necessary for future robotic products. The Lab is intended to not only develop new technologies that can be used in future Fulfillment, Technology, and Robotics products but additionally promote deeper technical collaboration with universities from around the world. The Lab’s research efforts are focused on highly autonomous systems inclusive of robotic manipulation of packages and ASINs, multi-robot systems utilizing vertical space, Amazon integrated gantries, advancements in perception, and collaborative robotics. These five areas of research represent an impactful set of technical capabilities that when realized at a world class level will unlock our desire for a highly automated and adaptable fulfillment supply chain.
As a Postdoctoral Scientist you will be developing a coordinated multi-agent system to achieve optimized trajectories under realistic constraints. The project will explore the utility of state-of-the-art methods to solve multi-agent, multi-objective optimization problems with stochastic time and location constraints. The project is motivated by a new technology being developed in the Innovation Lab to introduce efficiencies in the last-mile delivery systems.
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 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 new techniques in your area(s) of expertise.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
* PhD in a relevant field, received within 2 years of starting the program
* Proven publication record in Operations Research, Machine Learning, Robotics, Computer Vision, AI, Computer Science, Economics, or other related technical fields
* Experience in data science and quantitative research
* Proficiency in technologies relevant to the subfield
Required application materials:
* CV, which lists all peer-reviewed publications and conferences
* Research statement that outlines your research achievements and future research interests
* A journal article or book chapter that demonstrates your domain expertise
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* 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
* Expert knowledge in Robotics and manipulation
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $136,000.00/year in our lowest geographic market up to $ 222,200.00/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors, including market location, and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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