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Michigan State University Research Associate-Fixed Term in East Lansing, Michigan

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Research Associate-Fixed Term

Back to search results Apply now Job no: 857879

Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff

Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Engineering

Department:Civil And Environmental Engineering 10016148

Sub Area:FAS- Fac./Acad Staff

Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience

Location: East Lansing

Categories: Engineers/Architects, Power Plant Engineers, Research/Scientific, Skilled Trades, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union

Position Summary

The position will focus on the design, manufacturing and testing of sensors for tire-soil interactions in autonomous all-terrain vehicles. The position is available for one year with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon availability of funding. The person chosen will be part of a diverse and highly collaborative research group at Michigan State University led by Dr. Lajnef.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop sensors for soil characterization and tire-soil interactions in autonomous all-terrain vehicles.

  • Design and simulate mixed-signal circuits, including amplifiers, filters, and ADCs.

  • Design and develop PCB layouts and schematics using industry-standard software tools

  • Conduct experiments to validate the performance of the designed sensors and circuits.

  • Collaborate with geotechnical and mechanical engineers to integrate sensors into the autonomous vehicle platform.

  • Publish research results in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at conferences

  • Work with other researchers on the project to develop the next generation of autonomous military vehicles.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Electrical Engineering or related field

Minimum Requirements

  • A Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a related field with expertise in sensor design and implementation, and electronics and circuit design.

  • Experience with designing and testing sensors, PCBs, and mixed-signal circuits.

Desired Qualifications

  • Proficient in using industry-standard software tools, such as Cadence, Altium, or Eagle for PCB design, and Matlab or SPICE for circuit simulation.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Experience with programming languages such as Python or C++ is preferred.

  • Familiarity with laboratory equipment, including oscilloscopes, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

Required Application Materials

Applicants are required to submit

  • a CV

  • a one-page research statement

  • three references with contact information

Special Instructions

For full consideration, applications should be received before May 15, 2023. Applications will be reviewed on a continuing basis thereafter until position is filled.

Review of Applications Begins On

05/15/2023

Website

egr.msu.edu/cee

Department Statement

Civil and Environmental engineering is organized to create a welcoming/inclusive campus community for students by collaborating with faculty, staff and students to develop programs and resources that will support curricular and co-curricular success and to prepare students to succeed academically and professionally.

The CEE Department is centered around civil engineering and environmental engineering degree programs. Some specialized disciplines include structures, pavements, geotechnical, environmental, transportation, water resources, and energy/sustainability. The department currently has 28 tenure-system faculty members, with approximately 700 undergraduate and 145 graduate students. Degrees are offered at BS, MS, and PhD levels.

MSU enjoys a park-like campus with some outlying research facilities and natural areas. The campus is adjacent to the city of East Lansing, adjacent to the capital city of Lansing. The Lansing metropolitan area has a diverse population of approximately 541,000. Local communities have excellent school systems and place a high value on education. Michigan State University is proactive in exploring opportunities for employment for dual-career couples, both inside and outside the University. Information about MSU’s dual-career support can be found at https://worklife.msu.edu/dual-career.

Information about WorkLife at MSU and the College of Engineering can be found at https://worklife.msu.edu/ and https://www.egr.msu.edu/about/resources/faculty-staff/worklife-at-engineering.

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

Advertised: May 1, 2023 Eastern Daylight Time

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