On-Call, Research Associate

Position Title:

On-Call, Research Associate

Position Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Hiring Range:

The salary will be a range of 25.24 - 29.01, commensurate with experience.

Pay Frequency:

Annual

POSITION PURPOSE

Support research activities in the research group of the faculty supervisor (Professor On

Shun Pak) at Santa Clara University

B. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.Conduct research projects and support research development

• Conduct research assigned by the faculty supervisor to a high standard that

leads to publications in peer-reviewed journals

• Assist in the design of research program and development of proposal for

research funding

• Assist in supervising students in the research group

• Engage in the dissemination of the results of the research

• Lab management, including administrative and management work associated

with the research program

2.Other duties as assigned.

C. PROVIDES WORK DIRECTION

Provide guidance to undergraduate and graduate student researchers in Professor On

Shun Pak's research group

D. GENERAL GUIDELINES

1.Recommends initiatives and implements changes to improve research quality.

2.Identifies and determines cause of problems; develops and presents recommendations for improvement of established processes and practices.

3.Maximizes productivity through use of appropriate tools; planned training and performance initiatives.

4.Researches and develops resources that create timely and efficient workflow.

5.Prepares progress reports; informs supervisor of project status; and deviation from goals. Ensures

completeness, accuracy and timeliness of all operational functions.

6.Prepares and submits reports as requested and required.

7.Develops and implements guidelines to support the functions of the unit.

E. QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The items below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience required or preferred.

This position requires the ability to effectively establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within a diverse multicultural environment.

1.Knowledge

Knowledge in fluid mechanics, microhydrodynamics, and soft matter physics.

2.Skills

Theoretical and/or computational skills in fluid mechanics, microhydrodynamics and soft

matter physics.

3.Abilities

Perform research in fluid mechanics and soft matter physics.

4.Education

Ph.D. in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or closely related fields

5.Years of Experience

0-3 years of theoretical/computational research experience required.

F. PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an

employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In accordance with the

Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, the California Fair Employment & Housing Act, and

all other applicable laws, SCU provides reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with

disabilities. A qualified individual is a person who meets skill, experience, education, or other

requirements of the position, and who can perform the essential functions of the position with or

without reasonable accommodation.

• Considerable time is spent at a desk using a computer terminal.

• May be required to travel to other buildings on the campus.

• May be required to attend conference and training sessions within Bay Area or in- or out-

of-state locations.

• May be required to occasionally travel to outside customers, vendors or suppliers.

G. WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee

encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Typical office and laboratory environment.

• Mostly indoor office and laboratory environment.

• Offices and laboratory with equipment noise.

• Offices and laboratory with frequent interruptions.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity/Notice of Nondiscrimination

Santa Clara University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and California State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged. For a complete copy of Santa Clara University's equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies, see https://www.scu.edu/title-ix/policies-reports/

COVID-19 Statement

The health and safety of the University community is a top priority. The University strongly recommends that all employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as the vaccination and boosters are safe, effective tools that significantly minimize the chances of serious illness and hospitalization. Please contact Human Resources if you have any questions.

Telecommute

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Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972

Santa Clara University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of sex/gender, and prohibits retaliation against any person opposing discrimination or participating in any discrimination investigation or complaint process internally or externally. Information about Title IX can be found at www.scu.edu/title-ix. Information about Section 504 and the ADA Coordinator can be found at https://www.scu.edu/oae/, (408) 554-4109, oae@scu.edu. Inquiries can also be made to the Assistant Secretary of Education within the Office for Civil Rights (OCR).

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Americans with Disabilities Act

Santa Clara University affirms its commitment to employ qualified individuals with disabilities within the workplace and to comply with the Americans with Disability Act. All applicants desiring an accommodation should contact the Department of Human Resources, and 408-554-5750 and request to speak to Indu Ahluwalia by phone at 408-554-5750 or by email at iahluwalia@scu.edu.