Student Assistant (SUL) for the research project VLM-Prosthesis-Planner at Department of Health Science and Technology

Department of Health Science and Technology at Aalborg University is seeking a motivated student assistant to join an interdisciplinary research project focused on next-generation intelligent prosthetic systems. The project brings together expertise in prosthetic hand control and artificial intelligence to develop safe and intelligent semi-autonomous prosthetic control systems using Vision-Language Models (VLMs).

About the Project

The project, VLM-Prosthesis-Planner, investigates how modern Vision-Language Models can assist upper-limb prosthesis users by automatically understanding objects in the environment, inferring appropriate grasp strategies, and supporting intuitive human-machine interaction. The research combines AI-based perception with clinically grounded prosthetic control and rehabilitation perspectives.

Responsibilities

As a student assistant, you will support ongoing research activities, including:

- Development and testing of AI pipelines
- Evaluation of Vision-Language Models for object recognition and grasp planning
- Assistance with prosthetic system integration
- Support during experimental studies and demonstrations
- Data visualization and preparation of research reports

Desired Qualifications

We are looking for students who are:

- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program at Aalborg University
- Familiar with Python programming
- Interested in Vision Language Models, Biomedical Engineering, Health Technology, Computer Vision, or related fields
- Able to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary research team

Preferred Skills

Experience in one or more of the following areas is an advantage:

- Python, ROS1/ROS2
- Large Language Models (LLMs) or Vision-Language Models (VLMs)
- Prosthetic hands
- Data analysis and visualization

What We Offer

- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI and prosthetics research
- Close collaboration with researchers from Health Science and Technology and Engineering disciplines
- Flexible working hours compatible with studies
- Valuable research experience that may lead to thesis projects, publications, or future research opportunities

How to apply  
Your application must contain the following:

- A brief motivated application describing your professional and personal competences and the experience qualifying you particularly for the position 
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) 
- Study journal from STADS 
- Any other relevant appendices

You can read more about the requirements for your application here.

The application must be submitted via Aalborg University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aalborg University's website.

Aalborg University wants to reflect the surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore, everyone, regardless of personal background and orientation, is encouraged to apply for the position.

Do you have any questions?    
If you have any questions, you are very welcome to contact the person listed at the bottom of the job posting

Further information 
Read more about our recruitment process here

The hiring process at Aalborg University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires, ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity of the workplace.

Salary and terms of employment  
Terms of employment and salary are in accordance with the applicable collective agreement for student instructors at universities etc. Employment is conditional upon being a student.

Information about the starting salary for this position is available here Salary Overview for Recruitment - Technical and administrative positions - Part-Time (D-TAP) under “Student assistant (SUL)”.

There is a mutual probationary period of 3 months for the position. OBS!!Sætning vedr. prøvetid skal kun fremgår hvis medarbejderen arbejder mere end 8 timer om ugen og dermed er omfattet af funktionærlovens regler.