Research Associate- (Part- time)

Part-Time Research Associate

New York University Tandon School of Engineering

Description: The Dynamical Systems Laboratory (DSL) at NYU Tandon School of Engineering is looking for a part-time Research Associate to join our interdisciplinary team and contribute to the labs applied research.

New York University (NYU) is one of the top private universities in the United States and the Tandon School of Engineering located in Brooklyn NY is deeply committed to excellence in teaching and learning. The DSL was established seventeen years ago by Prof. Maurizio Porfiri (Institute Professor at Tandon School of Engineering and Director of the Center for Urban Science and Progress with appointments at the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering the Department of Biomedical Engineering the Department of Civil and Urban Engineering and the Center for Urban Science and Progress). The DSL is home to a highly collaborative and vibrant group of young scholars with complementary expertise across theory experiments and computations.

Expectations:

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated background in mathematical modeling data science and/or experimental methods on interdisciplinary research topics as exemplified by a strong publication record. Candidates will contribute to one or multiple research projects. Our research seeks to elucidate the causes of firearm-related harms in cities understand human mobility patterns on different scales (such as commuting and migration) develop robotic-based assistive technologies for the visually impaired to navigate urban environments and assist communities in the aftermath of natural disasters through bio-inspired solutions. Whether working on criminology mobility health or disaster-related research candidates should thrive in quantitative hypothesis-driven research with high impact. Beyond conducting research in the broad area of urban science candidates will be responsible for mentoring undergraduate students leading outreach activities and supporting proposal writing and grantsmanship.

Salary range

In compliance with NYCs Pay Transparency Act the hourly rate for this position will be $30.77 per hour for 27 hours per week. This position is for 1 year with an opportunity to renew subject to availability of funds. .

• M.S. with expertise in engineering mathematics physics or a related field;

• Outstanding English language oral and written communication skills;

• A strong work ethic with the ability to work independently as well as in a research group;

• A strong interest in becoming a leader conducting interdisciplinary research with collaborators in other fields and mentoring students;

• Evidence of good project/laboratory management skills.