Part-Time Research Assistant​/Programmer - Yanxi Liu

Research Assistant/Programmer

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering is seeking part-time Research Assistant/Programmer to assist with robotics and machine learning research as well as data collection and data analysis. This project is led by Dr. Yanxi Liu in the School of EECS at Penn State. This position is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research.

Position Details

• Anticipated
  
  Start Date:
  
  6/30/25
• End Date: TBD
• Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  20 +/- hours per week (flexible scheduling)
• Compensation: $21 per hour

The following are foundational and necessary skills:

Programming & Environment:

• Python
• Proficient in scripting, data manipulation, and debugging
• Num Py
• Experience with array operations, broadcasting, and vectorization
• Linux / Unix
• Familiarity with shell commands, SSH, file structures, and scripting
• Git
• Version control using Git Hub or Git Lab

Mathematics & Geometry:

• Linear Algebra
• Basic matrix operations
• Coordinate Systems
• Understanding of world, camera, and image spaces
• 3D Transformations
• Rotation, translation, scaling, etc., homogeneous coordinates

Deep Learning:

• Experience with at least one deep learning framework such as PyTorch or Tensor Flow
• Understanding of:
• Neural network architecture (e.g., CNNs)
• Loss functions, optimization, and back propagation
• Training, evaluation, and debugging
• Computer Graphics & Vision Fundamentals
• Computer graphics basics
• Mesh structure (vertices, faces, normals)
• Coordinate transformations
• Local vs. global frames, extrinsics/intrinsics

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit a resume and a cover letter detailing your background, relevant experience, and interest in this project, in Work Day.

For inquiries, you may contact Dr. Yanxi Liu at yul
11 or Dr. Robert Collins  look forward to your application and the prospect of working together!