Research Scientist | College of Engineering

About the role

The University of Notre Dame is committed to advancing research and innovation that addresses some of the world's most complex challenges. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, transformative scholarship, and a commitment to serving the common good, Notre Dame researchers work to develop solutions that have a meaningful impact on society and the world.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interdisciplinary research related to energy systems engineering modeling, including but not limited to: Life cycle assessment, Technoeconomic analysis, Optimization, Statistical analysis, Machine learning techniques, Generative AI techniques.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication and contribute to scholarly dissemination of research findings.
• Assist with proposal planning, development, and writing to support future research initiatives.
• Help identify and establish new research thrusts related to energy systems.
• Serve as a resource and mentor to junior researchers by providing guidance on research activities, technical approaches, and best practices.
• Teach computational methodologies, programming/modeling best practices, and simulation workflows related to ongoing projects.
• Participate actively in laboratory activities, including research meetings, group meetings, and collaborative discussions.
• Support the management and execution of ongoing research projects, including coordination of timelines, deliverables, and research activities.
• Affirmatively promote efficient, collaborative, and rigorous simulation and modeling practices.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D., J.D., Ed.D.) in Chemical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience and knowledge related to energy systems analysis.
• Strong technical writing and research design skills.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct interdisciplinary research and analyze complex technical information.
• Ability to mentor and support junior researchers.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple research activities effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a research-focused environment.

Pay

$70,000 - $80,000 | Annually