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Faculty Research adjunct:Oregon State University

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Faculty Research adjunct

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A Curriculum Vitae; and

2) A Cover Letter indicating how your qualifications and practice have prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information Contact Us by:
Joseph Davidson
joseph.davidson@oregonstate.edu

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the capability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide variety of lived practice including involvement with the justice system. This job has ?critical or security-sensitive? responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, Contact Us by OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at E-Mail: employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.

Position Details

Position Information

Department Sch of Mech/Ind/Mfg Engr (EMM)
Position Title Faculty Research adjunct
Job Title Faculty Research adjunct
Appointment Type Academic Faculty
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary The School of Mechanical, Industrial, and Manufacturing Engineering invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term, Faculty Research adjunct position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the School Head.

The Faculty Research adjunct will support sponsored research on underwater manipulation with a focus on soft robotics. Responsibilities will include designing and fabricating experimental setups and testbeds, collecting data, analyzing data, and producing research deliverables such as codebases, plots, visualizations, etc. They will write research papers. This position will work with and assign, review, and approve the work of undergraduate students working in the lab. They will also assist the undergraduate students with technical papers and annual reports. They may also collaborate with graduate students working on similar projects.

The College of Engineering (COE) is committed to building a community of faculty, students, and staff that is increasingly inclusive, collaborative, diverse, and centered on student success.

Why OSU? Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply expertise, tools and expertise to build a better future for all.

FACTS:

Top 1.4% university in the world
More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
217k+ alumni worldwide
For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total compensates Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
Retirement savings paid by the university.
A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to lgain more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Key Responsibilities 25% Design soft robotic hardware for underwater manipulation studies, including waterproof tactile sensors, a soft robotic gripper, and a multi-segment soft robotic arm

25% Design and conduct experiments including materials testing (i.e. tensile testing), blocked force tests, and tactile sensor point loading tests

25% Interpret, analyze, and visualize sensor datasets using Matlab and Python

12.5% Write research papers and presentations describing the research method and findings

12.5% Collaborate with graduate students on their research projects and direct the activities of undergraduate student workers
Work collaboratively with staff, faculty, and students to create a safe, respectful, and inclusive research environment.

What You Will Need
   » Master's degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
   » Programming practice with Python and Matlab
   » practice with computer aided design, additive manufacturing, and silicone casting
   » practice with data collection, analysis, and processing
   » practice working effectively with diverse groups of students, researchers, and staff.
   » availability to lgain Linux operating systems and the Robot Operating System (ROS)

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must prosperously complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

What We Would Like You to Have
   » General expertise of microcontrollers and embedded systems
   » expertise of Linux operating systems and the Robot Operating System (ROS)
Working Conditions / Work Schedule Lab or office environment, 9am - 5pm, Monday - Friday

Pay Method income
Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time income Range income is commensurate with expertise, education and practice.
Link to Position Description https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/160060

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P08528UF
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 10/21/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 10/01/2024
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 10/16/2024
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified candidates
Special Instructions to candidates When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A Curriculum Vitae; and

2) A Cover Letter indicating how your qualifications and practice have prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information Contact Us by:
Joseph Davidson
joseph.davidson@oregonstate.edu

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the capability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide variety of lived practice including involvement with the justice system. This job has ?critical or security-sensitive? responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, Contact Us by OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at E-Mail: employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.

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Job Location: Corvallis, Oregon
Address: Corvallis
Company Type Employer
Post Date: 10/02/2024 / Viewed 7 times
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Company: Oregon State University
Contact Email: joseph.davidson@oregonstate.edu


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