Research Scientist

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, align, and maintain optical and laser-based diagnostic systems for high-speed aerothermodynamic experiments, including integration of imaging systems, sensors, and data acquisition (DAQ) hardware.
• Plan, prepare, and execute experiments in shock tube and/or supersonic/hypersonic test facilities, including pre-test verification, run coordination, and post-test system teardown and diagnostics.
• Conduct high-speed and time-resolved data acquisition, and perform processing and analysis using scripting tools (e.g., MATLAB and/or Python), including image processing, signal analysis, and uncertainty quantification.
• Develop and maintain reproducible data pipelines for batch processing, ensuring traceability, data integrity, and adherence to best practices in experimental data management.
• Maintain laboratory safety standards, including compliance with laser, high-pressure, vacuum, and electrical safety protocols; update standard operating procedures (SOPs), equipment logs, and calibration records.

Department

Mechanical Engineering

Pay

The semi-monthly base range for this position is $8500/month. This range represents the University's good faith estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Stevens Institute of Technology determines compensation based on factors including the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's experience, education, skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational considerations. The final salary will be set considering departmental budget, qualifications, and relevant credentials.

Benefits

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