Researcher Robotic Control & Manipulation
School of Life Science, Engineering and Design- FTE
0,8 - 1 fte
- Education level
Academic Higher Education
- Location
Enschede
- Salary
scale 11: min € 4.535 / max € 6.359
Passionate about robotics and eager to push the boundaries of control and manipulation? Are you a researcher looking to create impactful solutions for industry and society using the latest technologies? Do you enjoy collaborating with others and are you driven to expand your skills and make a real difference? If this sounds like you, this could be your next challenge!
Application info
What you need to know before applying for a job at Saxion.
This is what you do as Researcher Robotic Control & Manipulation
You will be modelling, implementing and validate new control solutions for dynamic systems.
Your systematic approach and coaching of juniors helps in building knowledge and strengthen the team in the field of robotic control & manipulation. Typical examples of applications are the use of drones for tasks that require physical interaction with the environment for inspection and maintenance or using robotic arms to grasp and manipulate (soft) objects in flexible and smart manufacturing or agricultural applications.
This is where you will work
At Saxion we explore future developments, look beyond our borders and disciplines and drive innovation. By doing this together we contribute to a smarter, safer and more sustainable world. We question how significant technological innovations are and how they can contribute to humanity, society and our planet.
School of Life Science, Engineering and Design
As Researcher Robotic Control & Manipulation you will be a member of the Smart Mechatronics And RoboTics (SMART) Research Group. This team is part of the School of Life Science, Engineering and Design (LED). LED offers an inspiring and effective learning, work and research environment, focused on applied technologies and recent national and international developments.
Saxion’s employment terms and conditions
Working at Saxion means working on inspiring, future-oriented education and research. You will fulfil an exciting position, working independently in a dynamic, socially relevant organisation that matters. The position provides you with plenty of opportunities to take initiative and develop.
We also offer the following:
- The following salary scale: scale 11: min € 4.535 / max € 6.359 (cao-hbo) working on a full-time basis.
- 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% year-end bonus.
- You will receive a temporary contract, with the possibility of extension.
- A generous leave policy. For example: if you work full-time and have opted for a 40-hour week you can take 428 hours of leave annually. This means you will have 53.5 holiday leave days, including statutory holiday days and public holidays.
- Personal development: follow an inspirational webinar, workshop or training course at our internal Saxion Academy, do a career check or explore the possibilities of taking a master’s degree or PhD programme or professional doctorate.
- The Saxion Hybrid Working Package
- A comprehensive retirement plan. See the cao-hbo for more information.
- 100% allowance for travel by public transport and tax benefits on the purchase of a bicycle.
Would you like to find out more about our terms of employment? Check out our webpage.
Job requirements
We seek a professional who fits the job profile below. Does this sound like you? Then this job is ideal for you!
- At least Master of Science in a relevant technical discipline, like robotics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, applied physics, applied computer science or mechatronics.
- At least 2 year experience in research projects in the field of control & manipulation, especially applied in the field of robotics.
- Enthusiastic team player, who can coach junior engineers and students in the project, can strengthen the network with industry and is driven to contribute to team results.
- You work systematically to turn state-of-the-art knowledge into working applied solutions for industry and society and new knowledge for our team.
- Affinity with education and ability to motivate students.
How to apply
Feeling enthusiastic? Then apply directly for the position of Researcher Robotic Control & Manipulation using this application form.
If you have any questions about this position, Then please contact Gerdine Meijer, Team leader, at 06-5762 0592.
Should Gerdine be less accessible, send a whatsapp message and you will be contacted.
Saxion strives to be a diverse and inclusive organisation. Feel free to apply.
VOG - may be part of the application process.
Application procedure
For your diary:
- Applications can be submitted until Sunday September 14th,, 2025.
- The first job interview is on Thursday September 25th, 2025 between 10.00-14.00.
- The second job interview (optional) is on Monday September 29th, 2025 between 13.00-15.00.
- Finally, we schedule the employment conditions on a later time.
Please note that this vacancy is open to both internal and external candidates. In the event of candidates with equal merit, internal candidates will be given priority.
Acquisition from employment agencies, based on this vacancy, is not appreciated.
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