Post-Doctorant F/H Engineer / Postdoctoral Researcher / Master’s Graduate in Applied Mathematics

The  Inria University of Lille centre, created in 2008, employs 360 people  including 305 scientists in 15 research teams. Recognised for its strong  involvement in the socio-economic development of the Hauts-De-France  region, the Inria University of Lille centre pursues a close  relationship with large companies and SMEs. By promoting synergies  between researchers and industrialists, Inria participates in the  transfer of skills and expertise in digital technologies and provides  access to the best European and international research for the benefit  of innovation and companies, particularly in the region.For more  than 10 years, the Inria University of Lille centre has been located at  the heart of Lille's university and scientific ecosystem, as well as at  the heart of Frenchtech, with a technology showroom based on Avenue de  Bretagne in Lille, on the EuraTechnologies site of economic excellence  dedicated to information and communication technologies (ICT).

We are seeking an engineer, a postdoctoral researcher, or a Master’s graduate specializing in applied mathematics for a position focused on modeling and controlling soft robots, with an emphasis on medical applications. The role will center on enhancing advanced code dedicated to simulating the behavior of concentric tubes, particularly addressing instability issues encountered during rotational movements. The selected candidate will adapt this existing code to the SOFA master platform and develop innovative solutions to ensure the stability and efficiency of the model.

**Collaboration and Opportunities:**
You will work closely with a team of researchers and engineers specializing in soft robot modeling and control. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge applied research with potential medical applications. Depending on project progress, you may also participate in the design and implementation of an operational prototype.

**Key Responsibilities:**

1. **Code Integration with SOFA Master:**
- Adapt and integrate the current codebase into the SOFA master codebase, a recognized platform for real-time physical simulation.
2. **Investigation of Algorithmic Instabilities:**
- Identify sources of algorithmic instabilities arising during rotations between concentric tubes.
- Propose and implement solutions to improve the stability and robustness of the model.
3. **Prototyping and Validation:**
- As development progresses, contribute to the design of an initial functional prototype.
- Integrate and test proposed solutions to validate the effectiveness of the enhanced Cosserat model, ensuring its practical feasibility.

**Required Skills:**
- Strong expertise in applied mathematics, especially in modeling and analyzing complex systems (e.g., Cosserat models).
- Advanced programming skills, particularly in C++ and/or Python.
- Experience with physical simulation tools (such as SOFA) is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of soft robotic systems and their medical applications is a plus.
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to propose innovative solutions to complex challenges.

**Additional Requirements for Postdoctoral Candidates:**
- **Scientific Communication:** Strong ability to read and write scientific papers is essential.
- **Bridging Theory and Practice:** Translating theoretical principles into practical applications skill.
- **Interdisciplinary Problem Solving:** Robotics often requires integrating knowledge from diverse fields.

• Subsidized meals
• Partial reimbursement of public transport costs
• Leave: 7 weeks of annual leave + 10 extra days off due to RTT (statutory reduction in working hours) + possibility of exceptional leave (sick children, moving home, etc.)
• Possibility of teleworking and flexible organization of working hours
• Professional equipment available (videoconferencing, loan of computer equipment, etc.)
• Social, cultural and sports events and activities
• Access to vocational training
• Social security coverage