PhD and Postdoctoral Positions in Assistive and Lower-Limb Robotics at AIROB Lab, Germany

The Assistive Intelligent Robotics (AIROB) Lab at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg, Germany, is recruiting for two exciting research positions: a PhD candidate in lower-limb prosthetics and a postdoctoral fellow in assistive robotics. The AIROB Lab is dedicated to advancing intelligent robotic systems that support people with mobility challenges, focusing on assistive and rehabilitation robotics, lower-limb prosthetics, and human-robot interaction. The lab is equipped with state-of-the-art prosthetic hardware, exoskeletons, wearable sensors, and a mechanical/electronic workshop, providing a rich environment for interdisciplinary research. The PhD position centers on designing and performing user studies with participants missing a lower limb, using the Open-Source Leg v2.0 platform. Responsibilities include calibrating and testing the prosthetic device, exploring biosignal processing, machine learning, and interaction design, and creating assessment protocols. Candidates should have an M.Sc. in medical technology, biomedical engineering, or a related field, with competencies in rehabilitation and assistive robotics, a strong academic record, and excellent English communication skills. The postdoctoral position focuses on research in lower-limb prosthetic and rehabilitation robotics, with opportunities to shape, organize, and maintain the lab's research and teaching activities. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in medical technology, biomedical engineering, or a related field, with solid practical experience in mechanical and electronic engineering, a strong publication record, and the ability to manage complex tasks independently. Both positions are full-time, with competitive salaries (PhD: ~EUR 64,000+/year; Postdoc: ~EUR 70,000+/year), flexible home-office options, and funding for equipment and travel. The application deadline is March 15, 2026, and successful candidates are expected to start in August 2026. Applications should be sent as a single PDF to Prof. Claudio Castellini, including all required documents as specified in the call. The AIROB Lab offers a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment in the vibrant city of Erlangen, Germany, ideal for researchers passionate about assistive robotics, prosthetics, and rehabilitation technology.