University of New Hampshire · 1 day ago
Research Scientist
Durham, NH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$46K/yr - $82K/yrThe University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution, and they are seeking a Research Scientist within the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. This role is critical for advancing funded research initiatives and involves conducting high-level research, mentoring students, and ensuring compliance with project milestones.
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Responsibilities
Conduct high-level research supporting the NSF CAREER project and other NSF grants (ENACTS and FMRG). Responsibilities include developing and implementing computational and experimental models, analyzing complex datasets, and synthesizing results to advance project objectives. Work will directly contribute to publications, project reports, and the generation of new knowledge in civil and environmental engineering
Assist in preparing manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, technical reports, and progress reports required by funding agencies. Ensure that all research outputs meet high standards of accuracy, clarity, and compliance with federal reporting requirements
Provide guidance and mentoring to graduate and undergraduate students participating in related research. Facilitate collaborative research efforts within the department, supporting a research environment that integrates student training with project deliverables
Coordinate research activities, track progress toward project milestones, and maintain documentation of experiments and analyses. Participate in departmental meetings and collaborations, communicating findings effectively to faculty, students, and funding agencies
Qualification
Required
A Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Computer Science, or a closely related field is required
Demonstrated experience in computational modeling, data analysis, or social science research relevant to environmental systems or infrastructure is expected
Candidates must have sufficient expertise to perform advanced research independently with minimal training, in alignment with NSF-funded project objectives
Advanced knowledge of civil and environmental engineering principles, AI and machine learning, data analytics, risk engineering with a focus on environmental systems and infrastructure analysis
Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including the ability to design experiments and computational methods, manage complex datasets, and synthesize results for publication and reporting
Proficiency in programming languages and software commonly used in research, such as Python, MATLAB, R, or GIS tools
Excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively convey research findings to diverse audiences, including students, faculty, and funding agencies
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment, managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines
Strong mentoring and interpersonal skills to guide and support graduate and undergraduate students in research projects
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to adapt research approaches and address complex scientific questions
Preferred
A strong record of research productivity, including publications in peer-reviewed journals, is preferred
Familiarity with federal grant reporting requirements and research compliance standards is preferred
Company
University of New Hampshire
University of New Hampshire is a school.
Founded in 1866
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.76MKey Investors
Centers for Disease Control and PreventionUS Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation
2022-11-30Grant· $1.8M
2020-09-16Grant· $0.6M
2018-05-27Grant· $0.36M
Leadership Team
Adrianna Lamparelli
Program Manager for Campus Partnerships
Andrew Stockman
Chief Information Security Officer
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