Post-Doctoral Research Associate

Oakland University; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Michigan is seeking a Post-Doctoral Research Associate to advance research in systems optimization and safety engineering. The role will support the department's academic and professional goals, offering collaboration and mentorship opportunities. Candidates must have a completed Ph.D. in Engineering or closely related fields. This part-time role encourages applications from diverse candidates.

Qualifications

• Completed a Ph.D. in Engineering (human factors engineering, data analytics, or manufacturing) or closely related fields by the appointment date.
• Competency in research techniques.
• Effective oral and written communication skills for grant writing and manuscript publication.

Responsibilities

• Focus on advancing research in systems optimization and safety engineering.
• Contribute to academic and professional development goals of the department.
• Collaborate on research and provide mentorship.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Competency in research techniques

Education

Ph.D. in Engineering or related fields

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Other requirements:
(1) a 1-page letter of intent
(2) a 1-page statement of commitment to engineering education and vision.
(3) a 2-page statement of research vision for broadening participation in engineering. This should include details on the design and implementation of research protocols with a timeline and the framework for broadening the participation of undergraduate and graduate students in engineering.

Position Approval Information

School/College: School of Engineering and Computer Science

Department:

Position Title: Others

Field of Specialty: Industrial and Systems Engineering or Related Disciplines

Name of Department Chair:

Expected Hire Date: 08/01/2025

Position Information

Job Title: Post-Doctoral Research Associate

Job Description Summary: Focuses on advancing research in systems optimization and safety engineering and contributing to the academic and professional development goals of the department. This role includes opportunities for collaborative research, and mentorship, supporting the ISE department’s commitment to excellence in education and innovation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completed a Ph.D. in Engineering (human factors engineering, data analytics, or manufacturing) or any area in industrial and systems engineering or closely related fields by the appointment date.
• Competency in research techniques.
• Effective oral and written communication skills for grant writing and manuscript publication.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Other requirements:
(1) a 1-page letter of intent
(2) a 1-page statement of commitment to engineering education and vision.
(3) a 2-page statement of research vision for broadening participation in engineering. This should include details on the design and implementation of research protocols with a timeline and the framework for broadening the participation of undergraduate and graduate students in engineering.

Open Date: 12/16/2024

Open Until Filled: Yes

Job Category: Part-time Faculty

Oakland University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Other Document
• Other Document 2
• Other Document 3

Optional Documents

• Optional Documents

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