Position Details
Position Information
| Requisition Number |
S3502P |
| Home Org Name |
Engineering Administration |
| Division Name |
Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering |
| Position Title |
Research Engineer/Scientist (Huntsville) |
| Job Class Code |
HU07B |
| Appointment Status |
Full-time |
| Part-time FTE |
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| Limited Term |
Yes |
| Limited Term Length |
2 years |
| Job Summary |
This is a pool posting for future vacancies in this job classification.
This position is located in Huntsville, AL.
The Samuel Ginn College of Engineering is seeking candidates for multiple positions for Research Engineer/Scientist. A Research Engineer/Scientist conducts research in various fields of engineering to design and develop technology and to carry out investigations, evaluation, and application of engineering theories and principles.
These positions will be based on two-year terms which will be renewable based on performance and abilities to secure and support externally funded research.
About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community. |
| Essential Functions |
Essential Functions include, but are not limited to:
- Performs a variety of research and development activities requiring the application of engineering or science-based practices and principles.
- Designs, operates, maintains, and repairs specialized equipment and engineered systems utilizing engineering or science-based practices and principles.
- Advises faculty, postdocs, students, and staff with engineering design, modification, prototype and process development, analysis procedures, and other engineering solutions.
- Performs failure analysis, optimization studies and other investigations.
- Evaluates findings to develop new concepts, equipment, or processes.
- Ensures supplies are available and operational for use in projects.
- May manage local computer systems for laboratory functionality.
- Develops proposals, budgets, schedules and progress reports and presents results to internal and external stakeholders.
- Prepares technical reports for long and short-range planning.
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Minimum Qualifications
| Minimum Qualifications |
Bachelor's Degree in a science-related field or Engineering to include: Aerospace, Biosystems, Chemical, Civil and Environmental, Computer Science and Software, Electrical and Computer, Industrial and Systems, Mechanical and Materials at the time employment begins.
- Level I - requires no experience;
- Level II - 2 years of experience
- Level III - 4 years of experience
- Level IV - 6 years of experience
- Level V - 8 years of experience
- Level VI - 10 years of experience
Experience in engineering and research practices and principles in microelectronics, automotive electronics, highway research, robotics and autonomous systems, metallurgy and materials, asphalt technology, pulp and paper, transportation, energy technology, detection and food safety, cyber-security and information technology or experience in various fields of science that could include mathematics, physical sciences, life sciences, computer science, etc.
Advanced degrees may be considered in lieu of experience. |
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
| Minimum Skills and Abilities |
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| Minimum Technology Skills |
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| Minimum License and Certifications |
Some positions may require licensure as a professional engineer. |
Desired Qualifications
| Desired Qualifications |
Desired qualifications include a Masters or Doctoral degrees, Professional Engineering Licensure, Commercial Drivers License or Remote Pilot Certificate. |
Posting Detail Information
| Salary Range |
$45,100 - $151,300 |
| Job Category |
Engineering |
| Working Hours if Non-Traditional |
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| City position is located in: |
Huntsville |
| State position is located: |
AL |
| List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position |
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| Posting Date |
03/22/2024 |
| Closing Date |
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| EEO Statement |
AUBURN
UNIVERSITY IS AN
AFFIRMATIVE
ACTION/
EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/
EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their
website to learn more. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
provide 3 references |
| Quick Link for Internal Postings |
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/44281 |
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Auburn
$45,100 - $151,300
Nov 16, 2024