Research Engineer-Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering

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Position Information

Position Title	Research Engineer-Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering
Requisition #	S01412P
FLSA	Non-Exempt
Location	IIT-Mies Campus (MC), 10 West 35th St., Chicago
Department	Civil, Architectural and Env Eng
GENERAL DESCRIPTION	Under the supervision of a faculty principal investigator, plans and executes engineering research activities such as design of experiments and apparatuses, development of methodologies and standard operating procedures, field and/or laboratory data collection, instrument/equipment maintenance and calibration, troubleshooting and problem solving, and contributes to project reporting. Relevant domains may include areas of structural, construction, geotechnical, environmental, and/or architectural engineering. The salary for this temporary role is $10,000 and is commensurate with experience.
Benefits
COMMUNICATIONS	This job will require written, electronic and verbal communications. It will require communications with students, faculty, and staff, as well as some external communications.
CUSTOMER SERVICE	This is not applicable. This position does not service customers.
Special Schedule Requirements	This is not applicable. There are no special schedule requirements.
EEOC Statement	Illinois Institute of Technology is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, inclusion and diversity. It is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and actively seeks applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities regardless of race, color, sex, marital status, religion, national origin, disability, age, unfavorable discharge from the military, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation including gender identity and expression, order of protection status, and/or genetic information. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.

Qualifications

Education & Experience	Bachelor’s or master’s degree in related science or engineering field
Knowledge & Skills	Prior experience with operating and troubleshooting research instrumentation and routine lab/field equipment and tools Interest and willingness to learn new equipment and skills Ability to meet deadlines in a timely manner Ability to organize and coordinate scientific and/or engineering research projects Ability to use independent judgement to develop concepts and approaches for research Computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and data collection and analysis Strong communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to travel locally (with valid driver’s license)
SUPERVISION & BUDGET AUTHORITY	No supervisory or budget responsibility.
Physical Environment and Requirements	Normal office environment

Certifications and Licenses

List any certifications or licenses that are either required or helpful in performing the job, designating whether required or preferred.	N/A

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibility	Plans and executes engineering research activities, requiring judgement in development, application, evaluation, selection, adaption, and modification of standard engineering and scientific techniques. Applies analytical approaches to problem solving in field and laboratory settings. Demonstrates and applies thorough understanding of science and engineering research methods, protocols, use of instrumentation, and data collection and interpretation.
Percentage Of Time	25

Key Responsibility

Plans and executes engineering research activities, requiring judgement in development, application, evaluation, selection, adaption, and modification of standard engineering and scientific techniques.
Applies analytical approaches to problem solving in field and laboratory settings.
Demonstrates and applies thorough understanding of science and engineering research methods, protocols, use of instrumentation, and data collection and interpretation.

Percentage Of Time

Key Responsibility	Independently performs most research assignments with instructions as to the general results expected, under faculty supervision and guidance. Designs, performs, and/or oversees engineering experiments, tests, and data collection to ensure data integrity, quality control, and protocol compliance. Coordinates engineering research activities and exchanges information, ideas, and techniques to complete projects and solve problems.
Percentage Of Time	25

Key Responsibility

Independently performs most research assignments with instructions as to the general results expected, under faculty supervision and guidance.
Designs, performs, and/or oversees engineering experiments, tests, and data collection to ensure data integrity, quality control, and protocol compliance.
Coordinates engineering research activities and exchanges information, ideas, and techniques to complete projects and solve problems.

Percentage Of Time

Key Responsibility	Reviews and evaluates results and conclusions of research projects. Assists in writing and preparing research proposals. Maintains currently of knowledge with respect to relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, instruments, systems, and processes.
Percentage Of Time	25

Key Responsibility	Oversees maintenance, scheduling, and calibration of research equipment. Performs miscellaneous jobs-related duties as assigned. Interacts with undergraduate students, graduate students, research personnel, and faculty in research settings.
Percentage Of Time	25

Posting Information

Work Hours	Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Position Category	Part Time
Posting Date	12/06/2024
Closing Date
Posted Until Filled	Yes
Quicklink for Posting	https://iit7.peopleadmin.com/postings/10937

Budget Information

Budget Amount

Benchmark Amount	10000

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