Research Associate, Nuclear Engineering Teaching Laboratory

The University of Texas at Austin

Austin, Texas, United States
Base: $110,000 + depending on qualifications; bonu...
Ph.d. in engineering or computer science
Robot operating system ros experience
Python and c++ programming skills
The position involves conducting research on applied robotics for use in extreme environments across defense, space, nuclear, and oil & gas industries

Job Summary

  • The position involves conducting research on applied robotics for use in extreme environments across defense, space, nuclear, and oil & gas industries.
  • Candidates are expected to serve as co-principal investigators to secure research funding from federal agencies and industry partners.
  • The role includes supervising graduate students and postdoctoral researchers while maintaining laboratory equipment and software repositories.

Matching Summary

The position involves conducting research on applied robotics for use in extreme environments across defense, space, nuclear, and oil & gas industries.

Salary

Base: $110,000+ depending on qualifications; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or Optional Retirement Program (ORP)

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in engineering or computer science
  • Robot Operating System ROS experience
  • Python and C++ programming skills
  • Applied robotics research background
  • Grant writing and funding acquisition

Nice-to-have

  • CAD design and 3D printing experience
  • Experience with microcontrollers and wiring
  • Background in defense or space industries
  • Software engineering professional history

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in engineering or computer science
  • Four years of ROS experience required
  • Two years of applied robotics experience
  • U.S. Citizenship mandatory due to funding
  • Established record of scholarly publications

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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