Automation in Health Care Management

• Patient flow
• Hospital departments
• Medical workflow
• Emergency procedures
• Surgery management
• Hospital drug logistics
• Diagnostic laboratories
• Hospital admission
• Home care
• Technology assessment
• Health Problem Detection
• Activities Daily Living

IEEE RAS TC for Automation in Health Care Management Call for Student Representatives 2026

We are excited to announce an open position for the “Student Representative” to support the activities of the Technical Committee for Automation in Health Care Management. This is an opportunity for the TC to engage talented students and strengthen the TC’s involvement with the next generation of researchers.

TC Website: https://www.ieee-ras.org/automation-in-health-care-management/

Role Description:

As a Student Representative, you will work closely with the Co-Chairs of the Technical Committee and assist in the organization and coordination of technical activities. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Assisting in the planning and execution of committee-sponsored events at RAS conferences (e.g., meetings, workshops,  social events).
2. Helping manage social media accounts to facilitate communication between committee members and students in the field.
3. Attending committee meetings and contributing to some committee initiatives.
4. Promoting the committee’s work and recruiting new student members.
5. Representing the student perspective within the committee.
6. Preparing a handbook (Welcome Kit) for ICRA

Note that this is a comprehensive list of responsibilities for the entire team of Student Representatives. Your workload will not exceed an average of 1 hour per week throughout your appointment.

Requirements:

1. Current enrollment in a Ph.D. or M.S.-Ph.D. program in engineering, robotics, or related areas  (expected graduation March 2027 or later)
2. Membership in the IEEE RAS TC on Automation in Health Care Management (enroll here: https://www.ieee-ras.org/automation-in-health-care-management/join-us/).
3. Demonstrated interest in the field of automation, healthcare, and robotics.
4. Excellent communication and organizational skills.
5. Ability to commit to the role and volunteer for the entire term period (March 1, 2026 – February 28, 2027).
6. You may only apply to one TC.

Benefits:

1. Opportunity to network with professionals and researchers in the field of automation in healthcare management.
2. Gain leadership experience and contribute to the advancement of the field of robotics.
3. Be a part of a global community dedicated to promoting automation in healthcare management.
4. Potential support to attend the RAS-sponsored conference if assisting in Welcome Kit production or leading one event.

If you meet the requirements and are excited about the opportunity to contribute to the community, we encourage you to apply.

By Feb 15, 2026, please submit to the following link: https://forms.gle/sybL1nAi5gK9nEsk8

1. your CV,
2. 1-page letter of interest, and
3. 1-page letter of support from your research advisor

We look forward to your applications and the unique perspectives you will bring.

Best regards,

Hui Yang and Long Bai

On Behalf of the TC Co-chairs for  Automation in Health Care Management