Student Assistant – Soft Endoscopic Robot

SDU Robotics is looking for a student assistant to help design, build, and test novel soft robotic systems for endoscopic applications.

What you will do:

• Design and manufacture robotic prototypes

• Assemble and test mechanical systems

• Use 3D printing, machining, and other prototyping tools

• Support laboratory experiments and device development

Who we are looking for:

• Engineering student within Mechanical, Robotics, Mechatronics, or related field (you must be enrolled as a student at SDU)

• Strong hands-on skills and practical engineering experience

• Experience with fabrication, prototyping, and mechanical assembly

• Familiarity with CAD and workshop tools 

We also expect you: 

• Can communicate effectively in English

• Have a positive and collaborative approach to teamwork

• Are solution-oriented and proactive

• Take responsibility for assigned tasks and ensure timely follow-up

We are particularly interested in students who enjoy building things and can demonstrate previous hands-on projects.

We offer:

• Workplace located in Odense

• Approximately 10 hours per week

• A flexible schedule to accommodate your studies

• A stimulating and interdisciplinary research environment

Please apply by sending in your CV (with contact information), a brief description (or photos) of projects you have built, a cover letter and your transcript of grades. 

 

About the position: 

The starting date is as soon as possible in 2026 and after agreement, hopefully August 2026. The position is for three months with the possibility for extension. 

We expect 10 hours per week. The position is paid hourly according to standard SDU student worker (PROSA) rates. 

We understand the importance of the balance between job and your studies and are flexible around your working days. 

Please note, the selected candidate as Student Assistant or Academic Supervisor must be enrolled as student at SDU. In case you have not yet had an examination at SDU, the enrollment confirmation instead of the transcript of grades must be annexed your application. 

Employment shall take place in accordance with the framework agreement between the Ministry of Finance and PROSA.

Contact:

For further information about the position, please contact Zhuoqi Cheng at email: zch@mmmi.sdu.dk. 

Please visit us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sdu-robotics.

Important information regarding the application: 

Deadline for applications for this position is 01.07.2026. 

An interview will be part of the selection process. 

Application must include CV (with contact information), a brief description (or photos) of projects you have built, cover letter and transcript of grades. In case you have not yet had an examination at SDU, the enrollment confirmation instead of the transcript of grades must be annexed your application.

 All documents in connection with the application should not contain CPR number (civil registration number) – in that case, the CPR number must be crossed out.

All attached files must be in Adobe PDF format. Cover letter and CV can contain max. 5 Mb. 

We recommend that you read how to apply before you apply.

 The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Please note, the selected candidate as Student Assistant or Academic Supervisor must be enrolled as student at SDU.

Employment shall take place in accordance with the framework agreement between the Ministry of Finance and PROSA.  
 

In case you have not yet had an examination at SDU, the enrollment confirmation instead of the exam transcript must be annexed your application.

Application must include cover letter, CV and transcript of grades. All documents in connection with the application should not contain CPR number (civil registration number) – in that case, the CPR number must be crossed out.

 About SDU

The University of Southern Denmark was established to create value for and with society. Whether our contributions come in the form of excellent research, innovative solutions, education or learning, we must make a positive difference to society and contribute to a sustainable future. We do this by cultivating talents and creating the best environments for research and learning. It is therefore crucial that SDU retains, develops and recruits talent. At the same time, we need to ensure consistently high quality in all our activities – and we can only do that with the right people. The University’s researchers, lecturers, students, managers and technical/administrative staff are the foundation of our success