Post-Doctoral Research Associate

North Carolina A&T State Universit

Job Description

Benefits

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  • 401(k)
  • 403(b)
  • 457(b)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance
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Classification Information

 

Classification Type
EHRA
Position Overview

 

Primary Purpose of Position
The successful candidate will research results of this project in secure and safe autonomy to reach a high Technology Readiness Level (TRL) to be applied to testing and evaluation of autonomous vehicles in UAM.

i)They conduct research in development of data-driven methods for testing and evaluation of algorithms with application to aerospace domain.

Ii)Develop correct-by-design algorithms that guarantee a-priori specifications on the operation of aerial vehicles.

iii) Design and conduct experiments to test and validate algorithms and systems.

They supervise graduate student research, participate in proposal and manuscript writing, and coordinate student collaborations among North Carolina A&T State University and Purdue University and Georgia Tech as well as industry partners.

They will participate in departmental seminars and other professional activities as assigned.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is a doctoral research university that was established as an 1890 land-grant institution.

The Autonomous Control and Information Technology (ACIT) Institute is committed to promoting interdisciplinary research in autonomous control engineering and its various applications.

NC A&T has a notable history as a leading HBCU for engineering, which contributes to our success in securing research grants.

Presently, the ACIT Institute is supporting over several significant funded grants, several of which are led by Dr. Abdollah Homaifar, who has been at the forefront of ACIT’s cutting-edge research for over three decades.

The Institute provides research support in autonomous and intelligent systems, such as autonomous vehicles, robotics, vision systems, and decision-making systems.

Furthermore, the Institute facilitates simulation and validation of algorithms that are developed for intelligent and cooperative control of distributed agents, including teams of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and mobile robots.

Minimum Requirements
A PhD awarded or being defended within the last five years in ECE, Aeronautical or related areas, specializing in Machine Learning.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
A strong (experimental and theoretical) background with evidence of (experimental)(theoretical) skills related to data representation, data management and learning,.

Required License or Certification

 
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.
 
Position Information

 

Working Title
Post-Doctoral Research Associate

Position Number
009725

Recruitment Salary Range
Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA
Exempt

Appointment Type
Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track
No

FTE

 
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
04/16/2024

Organizational Division
Electrical & Computer Engineering

Organizational Location
College of Engineering

Organizational Unit
Langley Professor
Posting Detail Information

 

Posting Number
EPA1951

Open Date
06/26/2024

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

 
Open Until Filled
Yes

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search

 
Date Position Available
06/27/2024

Special Instructions to Applicant
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A&T State university permanent employees include the following and more:
  • Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
  • Community Service Leave
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC – Health Benefits
  • NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
  • Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Campus Recreation Center Discount
  • University Bookstore Discount

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