Research Assistant

Drexel University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a Research Assistant specializing in AI-driven smart manufacturing and digital twin systems. Responsibilities include developing educational materials, assisting in lab setup, and preparing research for publication. Ideal candidates will have a master's degree and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute research projects using virtual reality.
• Collaborate with faculty to publish research findings.

Skills

Collaboration

Programming

Education

Master's degree

Tools

AI

ML

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Job Summary

The College of Engineering is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Research Assistant specializing in AI-driven smart manufacturing, digital twin systems, and VR-enabled predictive maintenance, with responsibilities that include assisting in lab setup, developing educational materials, and preparing research for publication and workshop dissemination.

Job Summary

The College of Engineering is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Research Assistant specializing in AI-driven smart manufacturing, digital twin systems, and VR-enabled predictive maintenance, with responsibilities that include assisting in lab setup, developing educational materials, and preparing research for publication and workshop dissemination.

Essential Functions

• Develop and execute research projects that use virtual reality to enhance intelligent manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with faculty, researchers, and students to publish research findings and present at scientific conferences.
• Seek grant opportunities and draft reports to support the funding of research activities.
• Engage in digital manufacturing simulations and experiments to optimize production efficiency and innovation.
• Design and implement virtual reality environments for robotic interaction and IoT integration.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of project websites to showcase research findings and advancements.
• Apply AI and ML techniques to improve automation and data analytics in manufacturing systems.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of master's degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Excellent collaboration skills with the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in programming languages and tools relevant to AI and ML.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Typically sitting at a desk/table
• Typically standing, walking
  
  

Location

• University City - Philadelphia, PA
  
  

Additional Information

This is a Full-Time temporary position classified as Non-Exempt. The offered pay is based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Per Diem/Casual/Temporary Benefit Fact Sheet .

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Higher Education

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