UTSI Research Associate, Laser
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Job Location:
Tullahoma, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
17 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Research Associate supports research activities at the University of Tennessee Space Institute (UTSI) through the execution of assigned research tasks data collection analysis and documentation. This position contributes to ongoing research projects under the direction of faculty or senior research personnel and supports UTSIs academic and research mission.
This position performs applied research activities in support of established research programs. The Research Associate assists with research design implementation data analysis documentation and reporting. Work is conducted with general direction and established methodologies requiring technical competence analytical skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a research team.
Responsibilities
- Conduct assigned research tasks in support of faculty- or investigator-led research projects.
- Collect analyze and document research data using established methods and procedures.
- Assist with preparation of technical reports summaries and research documentation.
- Support laboratory computational or field-based research activities as applicable.
- Maintain accurate records related to research activities and results.
- Follow established research protocols safety requirements and institutional policies.
- Collaborate with faculty researchers and students to support project objectives.
- Assist with literature reviews data validation and research support activities as needed.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Science or a related field.
- Relevant experience supporting research technical or analytical work in an academic laboratory or applied research environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters degree in a related technical or scientific field.
- Experience working in a research laboratory or computational research environment.
- Experience supporting externally funded research projects.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of basic research methods and data analysis techniques.
- Knowledge of standard research documentation and reporting practices.
- Skill in collecting organizing and analyzing research data.
- Skill in using standard software tools and research-related applications.
- Ability to follow established research protocols and procedures.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a research team.
- Ability to manage assigned tasks meet deadlines and maintain accurate records.
- Ability to communicate effectively with faculty researchers and staff.
Work Location
- Location: Tullahoma TN
- Onsite
Compensation and Benefits
- UT market range:MR11
- Anticipated hiring range:$80000
- Find more information on UT Benefitshere
Application Instructions:
To express interest please submit an application with the noted below attachments. To be assured of full consideration.
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of 3 Professional References
About The Division:
The UT Space Institute is a vibrant research education and innovation center of excellence located on a satellite campus of theUniversity of Tennessee Knoxville(UT) in Tullahoma Tennessee adjacent to the epicenter of US aerospace ground testing at theArnold Engineering Development Complex(AEDC). UTSI is:
- Dedicated to advancing Tennessees leadership role in aerospace and defense and equipping graduates with expertise in related fields.
- Supporting AEDC in maintaining state of the art expertise in both technical and managerial ranks providing critical educational support toward AEDCs national mission for the Department of Defense NASA and the aerospace industry.
- Uniquely poised to meet the needs of the US Space Force by preparing a world-class workforce in East Tennessee and beyond and advancing the technologies and systems necessary to protect US and allied interests in space.
- Playing a pivotal role in the land-grant mission of UT ensuring the creation of economic growth and workforce development opportunities for underserved communities in middle and east Tennessee.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- ELISA
- Immunoassays
- Mammalian Cell Culture
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Research Experience
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Microscopy
- Research Laboratory Experience
- Western Blot
About Company
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