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We are seeking motivated and versatile Undergraduate Research Assistants to join a multidisciplinary research team working in advanced manufacturing and workforce development at Miami University's Advanced Manufacturing Workforce and Innovation Hub.

The student will gain hands-on research experience working with advanced manufacturing equipment, robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), computer vision, and Extended/Mixed Reality (XR/MR). The position will focus on two primary areas:

1. Testing, Evaluation, and Data Collection

• Support testing and evaluation of XR/MR, AI, robotics, and advanced manufacturing applications.
• Assist with laboratory and equipment setup involving CNC machines, milling machines, collaborative robots, pallet trucks, and other manufacturing systems.
• Support participant testing and human-factors evaluations, including collection of user feedback and performance data.
• Assist with image annotation and development, cleaning, and validation of computer-vision datasets.
• Test system functionality, identify and document issues, and support troubleshooting.
• Assist with system demonstrations, deployment, user training, and validation.

2. Research and Development Support

• Support development and integration of XR/MR applications for manufacturing safety, operation, maintenance, and workforce training.
• Assist with computer vision, Generative AI, and Agentic AI development and integration.
• Support development of immersive work instructions for manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Assist with programming, robotics, hardware/software integration, and manufacturing equipment as needed.
• Support preparation of technical documentation, research materials, datasets, and project deliverables.
• Collaborate with faculty, researchers, students, and industry partners to develop and improve project technologies.

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Applicants should be undergraduate students in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Robotics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Automation, or a related technical field.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, dependable, technically curious, and eager to learn. Experience with programming, robotics, manufacturing, AI, computer vision, XR/MR, data analysis, or industrial automation is beneficial but not required.

This grant-funded position provides an excellent opportunity to gain applied undergraduate research experience while working alongside a talented research team on emerging technologies in advanced manufacturing and workforce development.

The position is expected to begin as soon as possible and continue through June 2027, subject to satisfactory performance and continued grant funding.

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A criminal background check may be required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

For more information on Miami University's mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

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As part of the University's commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.

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