Postdoctoral Fellow (PREP0004346)

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore is looking for a PREP Research Associate to support scientific research in a collaborative environment. This role requires a Ph.D. in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field and focuses on designing experiments, conducting data analysis, and developing strategies for gas and smoke analysis.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on laboratory experience and proficiency in Matlab or Python for data handling. Strong communication skills are essential for presenting results effectively.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in relevant field required.
• Experience in a research laboratory environment.
• Coding proficiency in Matlab or Python essential.

Responsibilities

• Design experiments and conduct data analysis.
• Setup and deploy instrumentation and data acquisition.
• Develop strategies for gas and smoke analysis.

Skills

Research laboratory experience

Matlab or Python for data analysis

Oral and written communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics or related field

Job description

PREP Research Associate

Overview

This position is part of the National Institute of Standards (NIST) Professional Research Experience (PREP) program. It requires a PREP award recipient institution and involves performing technical work that supports scientific research in a collaborative setting.

Research Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Fire Metrology

Key Responsibilities

• Design experiments and conduct data analysis
• Setup and deploy instrumentation and data acquisition
• Develop strategies for real-time gas and smoke analysis
• Develop strategies for acquiring and analyzing data from thermal sensors
• Communicate results through presentations, technical reports, and archival journals

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Engineering (Mech, Aero, Fire Protection, Electrical), Chemistry, Physics, or a related field
• Hands‑on experience in a research laboratory environment
• Proficient in coding with Matlab (or Python) for data analysis
• Ability to develop and execute research plans
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• U.S. Citizen Preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Johns Hopkins University is committed to equal opportunity for its faculty, staff, and students. The university does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.