Job description The position encompasses the development of state-of-the art automated and robot-assisted experimental setups together with a small team of experienced and highly motivated researchers. The focus will be on the development, enhancement, and maintenance of LabView™ programs to automate mechanical experiments, control devices, acquire data and carry out post-processing operations. Other tasks comprise mechanical design (about 10%) and machining as well as electronics (about 10%). Examples are: Integration of components to automate mechanical experiments: programming of acquisition cards, machine vision, robotics, acquisition software for test automation with National Instruments LabView™ Design and construction of testing equipment along with team members, both mechanical and electrical, e.g. mechanical testing devices or amplifiers Day-to-day operations and maintenance of existing devices Ad-hoc mechanical machining of simple parts or devices needed for lab operations Material and parts orders and contact with suppliers Your profile Being a dynamic research group, our success relies on innovative team members who have an entrepreneurial mindset and are open to constantly learn and challenge new things and ways of proceeding. Education, certifications and experience: Technical vocational training or higher with focus on Mechatronics/ Electronics A first, solid experience in the industry or in a similar environment (2-5years) National Instruments CLD/CLA would be a plus Familiarity with automation techniques and robotic systems used in experimental setups Experience in acquiring, post-processing and analyzing experimental data Softwares and programs: Technical proficiency and solid expertise in developing, maintaining, and troubleshooting LabView™ programs (2-5 years) to integrate hardware components and sensors Experienced with CAD softw