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Research Associate, Florida Space Institute - Orlando Florida
Company: University of Central Florida Location: Orlando, Florida
Posted On: 04/27/2024
The OpportunityThe Florida Space Institute (FSI) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for multiple full-time, 12-month, non-tenure earning research associate positions to carry out research in the fields of space, space instrumentation, in-situ resource utilization (ISRU), heliophysics, and planetary and atmospheric sciences, as well as astronomy and astrophysics. The successful candidates will be expected to support externally-funded research programs that address scientific questions of significance in these fields; collaborate with researchers and faculty at FSI and UCF, including instrumentation and engineering support if applicable; and providing high quality student and postdoctoral supervision and mentorship. FSI is a multi-disciplinary center for space-related activities aimed at facilitating and conducting leading-edge research in astrophysics, heliophysics, and planetary, space and atmospheric sciences, and is committed to supporting space education programs. We are looking to expand our group of researchers on our way to becoming a premier institution in space sciences and education. Minimum Qualifications: - Master's degree in engineering, physics, or astronomy from an accredited institution, OR equivalent professional qualifications in one of these disciplines above those which would be equivalent to the highest degree and experience conducting research in these fields.
- Demonstrated ability to support competitively funded space research and/or experimentation grants and contracts.
Preferred Qualifications: - Two years of experience performing research tasks.
- Former participation in publications.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills. We are seeking candidates whose experience in research, mentoring, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.
- Proficiency in English
Additional Application Materials Required:UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, . In addition to the online application, interested candidates should upload a cover letter, a research statement, a current curriculum vitae, and a list with contact information for three (3) professional references. The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials. NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later. Questions regarding this search may be directed to:Gian-Karlo Alvarez, HR Business Partner IIUniversity of Central FloridaContact number: +1 407-882-0204 Special Instructions to the Applicants:This position is funded by contracts and grants and is contingent upon available funding. Job Close Date:Open until filled. Note to applicants: Please keep in mind that a job posted as 'Open until filled' may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position. Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential? As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck. Working at UCF has its perks!---UCF offers: |
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