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Offer: Research Associate:Oregon State UniversityJob description:Research AssociateBookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this JobPlease see Special Instructions for more details.When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:1) A Curriculum Vitae 2) A Cover letter indicating how your qualifications and practice have prepared you for this position. 3) A Statement of Research 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: Kathy Westberg Kathy.westberg@oregonstate.edu 541-737-1786 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. Position DetailsPosition InformationDepartment Sch of Civil/Constr Engr (ECC) Position Title Research Associate Job Title Research Associate Appointment Type Academic Faculty Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Job Summary The School of Civil and Construction Engineering invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term, Research Associate position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the School Head. The research associate will support research in the School of Civil and Construction Engineering with focus in the Infrastructure Materials discipline. The research associate will lead computational modeling studies to investigate material behavior and performance using multi-scale approaches that span from atomistic to continuum levels. At the atomistic level the research associate will use molecular dynamics and density functional theory to study the corrosion behavior of metals. At the continuum level the research associate will use reactive-transport and thermodynamic modeling principles to study cementitious materials. The research associate will collaborate with other researchers and graduate students involved in computational and experimental studies of metallic corrosion and durcapability of cementitious systems. The research associate will also be responsible for coding and management of existing software that were developed in the group. The research associate will help develop and maintain propriety as well as open-source codes. The research associate will contribute to collegiality within the School and the College of Engineering and will contribute to a culture of safety and responsibility. 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 skills 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 60% - Computational modeling of metallic and cementitious systems; development of new codes/algorithms; manage/improve existing and new codes/algorithms. 20% - Prepare written and oral project results (peer-reviewed journal papers, conference presentations) 10% - Documentation of developed algorithms 10% - Mentoring and training of graduate students Work collaboratively with staff, faculty, and students to create a safe, respectful, and inclusive research environment. What You Will Need » PhD with skills in computational materials science with emphasis on atomistic modeling techniques » skills in continuum modeling approaches, with emphasis on reactive-transport modeling of cementitious systems » Demonstrated skills in using COMSOL, MOOSE, GEMS frameworks » Demonstrated success in publishing peer reviewed journals and other scholarly work » practice with managing and documentation of software development and codes » practice with Linux/Unix operating systems » practice with C++ and Phyton » practice working effectively with diverse groups of students, researchers, and staff. What We Would Like You to Have » practice mentoring graduate students, either formally or informally. » practice working with collaborative teams » practice in Matlab; LaTeX Working Conditions / Work Schedule The incumbent will typically have flexibility in their specific working hours but is expected to be available during normal business hours for meetings and discussions related to projects. The candidate will periodically travel to conferences and scientific meetings. 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 skills, education and practice. Link to Position Description https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/160737 Posting Detail Information Posting Number P08556UF Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 02/01/2025 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 10/10/2024 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 10/25/2024 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 2) A Cover letter indicating how your qualifications and practice have prepared you for this position. 3) A Statement of Research 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: Kathy Westberg Kathy.westberg@oregonstate.edu 541-737-1786 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. Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents» Cover Letter » Curriculum Vitae » Statement of ResearchOptional Documents » VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation - information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed) Skills:
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