Research Scientist II

Position Title:

Research Scientist II

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in an Engineering discipline or a closely related field.

• Experience in both theoretical and experimental Ultrasonic Testing (UT) research, with significant expertise in the former.

• Experience in UT wave theory and modeling.

• Experience in general wave propagation phenomena and phenomena specific to elastic wave propagation.

• Experience formulating wave propagation problems and implementing solutions analytically and/or numerically.

• Experience with experimental UT measurements.

• Experience with lab immersion, contact UT and phased array UT.

• Prior experience with industry UT practices.

Job Description:

Summary

The Center for Nondestructive Evaluation (CNDE) at Iowa State University is seeking candidates for a Research Scientist II responsible for the specific area of research (modeling and experimental) in the area of Ultrasonic Testing (UT). Candidates must have good working knowledge of elastodynamic field theory, and experience in programming computational solutions for prediction of UT measurement responses.

The CNDE teams with industrial and government sponsors who help guide the research at CNDE and share the results. CNDE has a long history of working with industry to provide cost-effective tools and solutions, which address relevant problems for a variety of industrial sectors and applications.

Examples of Duties

• Develop, design and conduct one or more complex research projects, modeling, simulations and experiments in line with plan, review progress and evaluate results.

• Formulate research methods and suggest options for improving quality, identify potential problems, recommend and implement solutions, and collaborate in the development of new techniques.

• Assist with publications and writing or developing grant proposals.

• Train and mentor others in Ultrasonic Testing modeling and simulations.

• Train users in equipment operation and laboratory techniques, explain and demonstrate technology and equipment capabilities, safe and appropriate operation, limitations and outcomes.

• Coordinate data collection and screening and verify the data.

• Conduct analysis of data, interpret and implement research methodology based on outcome of analysis.

• Engage in related professional activities.

• Prepare technical reports, conference and journal papers.

• May supervise a small work group of students on research projects.

Level Guidelines

• Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals

• Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues

• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems

• Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests

• May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff

• May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity

• Provides guidance to students

Appointment Type:

Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

June 30, 2026

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS808

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae

2. Letter of Application/Cover Letter

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans

• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans

• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)

• Life insurance and long-term disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Various voluntary benefits and discounts

• Employee Assistance Program

• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date:

May 29, 2024

Posting Close Date:

June 14, 2024

Job Requisition Number:

R14732