Position Title:Research Scientist III
Job Group:Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications:- Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Material Science, Physics, Chemistry, or related field; or anticipated completion of Ph.D. within 6 months of the start date
– Experience in corrosion control research
– Demonstrated experience in soft matter design, fabrication and testing
– Experience in Civil Engineering applications of research products
– Experience that demonstrates knowledge in microbiology fundamentals
– Experience in research in a fast-paced industry environment
– Project management experience
– Experience supervising junior scientists or researchers
– Publication in peer-reviewed scientific journal articles
Job Description:
Summary
The Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering (CCEE) at Iowa State University is seeking a Research Scientist III to work on an externally funded research project on corrosion control of steel structures. The Research Scientist will work directly with ISU PIs and will collaborate with researchers from multiple institutions.
The Research Scientist will develop, design, and conduct the highly complex research project potentially including the development of new research methods, and will assist the PIs in reviewing the research team’s progress and evaluating results. The Research Scientist is expected to supervise researchers at ISU, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of PIs, and coordinate timely data collection and verification across all institutions involved in the project. They will assist the PIs in communicating with the funding agency. The Research Scientist will have an opportunity to identify new research directions and act as a co- and/or principal investigator on grant proposals.
This is a fixed term position, with expectation for renewal based on availability of funding. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.
Example of Duties- Develops, designs and conducts one or more complex research projects of high complexity, reviews progress and evaluates results.- Formulates research methods and suggests options for improving quality, identifies potential problems, recommends and implements solutions, and collaborates in the development of new techniques.- Acts as a co-author and may act as a principal investigator.- Recommends program direction.- Trains users in equipment operation and laboratory techniques, explains and demonstrates technology and equipment capabilities, operations, limitations and outcomes.- Coordinates data collection and screening and verifies the data.- Conducts analysis of data, interprets and implements research methodology based on outcome of analysis.- May supervise a small work group.Level Guidelines- Senior-level position possessing high-level professional and/or technical skills working independently under minimal supervision to support ISU’s mission and department or work unit goals- Applies senior-level professional knowledge and expertise to work requiring greater latitude- Solves moderately complex problems and regularly exercises judgment to determine appropriate action- Regularly exercises judgment to resolve problems and determine appropriate action on a broad set of issue and problems. May provide recommendations regarding problems/issues outside the bounds of defined procedures and practices- Responds to complicated inquiries, provides training, and provides direction to lower-level staff- May provide supervision for one to two other staff (i.e., leads a small work team)- May lead projects for which well-defined practices and procedures may not exist- Provides guidance to students
Appointment Type:Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:February 16, 2028
Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Pay Grade:PS810
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover LetterIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:- Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans- Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans- Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)- Life insurance and long-term disability- Flexible Spending Accounts- Various voluntary benefits and discounts- Employee Assistance Program- Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date: January 23, 2025
Posting Close Date:January 30, 2025
Job Requisition Number:R16270
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