Harrisburg University of Science and Technology · 20 hours ago
Research Associate
Harrisburg, PA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expHarrisburg University of Science and Technology is seeking a Research Associate for the STORMWERX laboratory to support research efforts in Advanced Manufacturing. The role involves leading research projects, co-authoring proposals and publications, and assisting in various research activities while managing project documentation and progress tracking.
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Responsibilities
Lead research efforts as assigned by the Executive Director, including internal and external coordination, documentation and presentation of research results
Co-author proposals for grant-funded research opportunities. Co-author peer reviewed journal articles and conference papers
Assist with research conducted by staff, students and faculty, especially related to thermoplastic deposition and photocurable thermosets
Continue education in all manufacturing methods related to STORMWERX needs, to increase capabilities of the lab
Provide guidance to students and student workers on general laboratory work and research projects
Keep accurate records of projects with progress tracking and manage a project dashboard that is displayed in the STORMWERX labs
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Master of Science in Manufacturing or Engineering related discipline
5 years of experience in advanced manufacturing or related research discipline
Expertise in Computer-Aided Design (CAD), including a deep proficiency in 3D modeling, and a strong grasp of engineering/design principles
Expertise in Additive Manufacturing or Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Manufacturing, including software, firmware, hardware and materials
Expertise in 3D Scanning, including software, firmware and hardware
Preferred
Expertise in multiple manufacturing technology areas, for example: Additive Manufacturing, Robotic Programming, Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Manufacturing, Welding Technologies, Manufacturing Automation, and others
Expertise in Additive Manufacturing of Electronics (AME)
Expertise in Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) and Nano-Electro-Mechanical Systems (NEMS) processing
Proven track record of securing grant funding for engineering-related research
Company
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
Harrisburg University is one the leading STEM universities.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$0.17MKey Investors
Federal Aviation Administration
2024-03-05Grant· $0.17M
Leadership Team
Duane Maun
Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer
Brian Humphrey
Manager of University and Community Partnerships
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