Employment Type : Full-Time
Posting Details Job Title Research Associate
Posting Number S01119P
Type of Appointment FTF; Full-Time Fixed
Posting Category Professional (Non Faculty)
Funding Information MSU Salary Grade 575
Salary Range for Job Posting
Recruitment Recommendations Anticipated Employment Start Date for Position 07/01/2022
Open Date 05/25/2022
Close Date 06/15/2022
Open Until Filled Yes
Position details Advertisement Wording The department of Engineering & Technology Management at Morehead State University is accepting applications for a full-time position as a Research Associate. The anticipated start date is 07/01/2022. Morehead State University is located in Morehead, KY, a designated Kentucky Trail Town, nestled in the Daniel Boone National Forest, in close proximity to Cave Run Lake. This location provides opportunities for a wide range of outdoor recreation activities. Morehead State University is recognized as one of the top public universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, Morehead State University is relatively close to a number of larger cities including Lexington, KY, Louisville, KY, and Cincinnati, OH. Morehead State University delivers a strong and affordable education for friendly, ambitious students who thrive in a student-focused learning environment defined by small class sizes and faculty committed to teaching and student success. RESPONSIBILITIES : The Research Associate leads and is part of an interdisciplinary, international team that will develop advanced maintenance models based on Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. The models will be used to train crew maintenance in the physical testbeds and VR/AR testbeds in the areas of automation and manufacturing. The candidate needs to implement/evaluate intelligent algorithms to optimize variables in the areas of control, mechanics, and manufacturing systems. Also, the candidate will incorporate the following: A) Industrial controls, condition-based maintenance, and sustainable advanced manufacturing theories. B) The development of training modules/workshops for the manufacturing technician workforce. C) Support for advanced manufacturing entrepreneurs. D) An augmented and virtual reality laboratory (AVRL) to simulate real behavior of industrial and manufacturing equipment, training in the areas of control, automation, electrical maintenance, and advanced manufacturing. E) Systems simulations and modeling. F) Vision systems. REQUIREMENTS : Master’s or doctorate degree, or equivalent terminal degree, in a relevant field of mechatronics including intelligent control theories, industrial automation, electric/electronics, mechanical design, virtual, augmented, and mixed reality systems applied to industrial training, computer science applied to engineering or advance manufacturing. SPONSORSHIP : This position is not budgeted for Visa Sponsorship. Morehead State University is a comprehensive, regionally focused university providing high-quality instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University has an enrollment of over 10,000 students. To apply, visit: https://moreheadstate.peopleadmin.com and complete the MSU Application for Employment along with a cover letter, resume, and the name and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For preferred consideration, apply by 06/15/2022. Contact the Office of Human Resources at (606) 783-2097 should you have questions about our online application. Please contact Kouroush Jenab, the search committee chair, at k.jenab@moreheadstate.edu for questions regarding this position. MSU is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Organizational Relationships Reports to the Assistant Professor of Engineering Technology Management who is serving as the PI for a research grant. This position interacts with faculty and staff as well as external agencies.
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