Research Associate, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering - University at Buffalo : Job Details

Posting DetailsPosition Information Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Position Title Research Associate, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Classification Title Research Scientist Department Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Posting Number R250031 Posting Link Employer Research Foundation Position Type RF Professional Job Type Full-Time Appointment TermSalary Grade E.89Posting Detail Information Position Summary The University at Buffalo Nanosatellite Laboratory (UBNL) is seeking to hire a highly motivated and skilled Research Associate to manage the laboratory's overall operations. The UBNL has been helping undergraduates kickstart their successful careers since 2013. Alumni from the laboratory have moved on to careers at places like NASA, SpaceX, Boeing, Northrop Grumman, and many more. It aids students in building the skills necessary to become an experienced engineer. Currently the UBNL has one mission, which will be delivered to the Air Force as part of its University Nanosatellite Program, and a Short Cycle Laboratory (SCL). The SCL is for newcomers and those who desire work in the laboratory but have yet to decide which subsystem to join.The successful candidate will help manage the overall operations of the UBNL. Tasks may include:

• Guide the UBNL leadership personal, which include the Chief Engineer, the Program Manager, and satellite subsystem leads.
• Work with the SCL lead on how to teach the students skills necessary to work on a nanosatellite mission as well as allow them to try out multiple different subsystem activities.
• Develop methods or research that incorporate highly specialized training in a specific specialty.
• Ensure that all reports and presentations are done in a timely manner.
• Mentoring of undergraduate students.

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University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a graduate degree in the field of study or discipline.
• Basic professional knowledge of the disciplinary field and the ability to relate this knowledge to various phenomena under study.
• Requires the ability to apply the theory, concepts and principles in the field of study or discipline and practical experience gained through an internship or a year's employment in a professional position

Preferred QualificationsPhysical DemandsSalary Range $80,000 - $90,000 Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate. Work Hours Monday - Friday8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Campus North Campus Posting AlertsSpecial Instructions SummaryIs a background check required for this posting? No Background Check NotificationContact Information Contact's Name John Crassidis Contact's PronounsContact's Title Moog Professor of Innovation SUNY Distinguished Professor Contact's Email [email protected] Contact's Phone 716-###-####Posting Dates Posted 02/19/2025 Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled Date to be filled 05/01/2025References Number of references required 3 Reference Cutoff DateInstructions to Applicant