Research Scientist

Job summary
The Institute of Emerging Technology at Pittsburg State University is searching for multiple Research Scientists in specialized areas.
Job seniority: associate level
Responsibilities
• Perform research and development, including designing and executing experiments, collecting data, and preparing comprehensive reports.• Teach one or two classes per semester as needed.• Supervise and mentor students and junior researchers.• Obtain and manage new projects from external funding sources.• Coordinate and collaborate with external constituents in technology development.• Conduct literature search and plan new research based on objectives.• Communicate research to internal and external constituents.• Manage booths at conferences and trade shows.• Participate in recruitment events and serve on committees.• Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
• Ph.D. in specialized area or related discipline.• 1 year experience in design of new synthesis, characterization, analyses, and writing reports/manuscripts.• 1 year experience in specified research area.• Experience in making presentations and being published in peer reviews.• 1 year of experience in operating fabrication and analytical/testing instruments (preferred).• 1 year of experience in teaching BS and MS-level classes (preferred).• 1 year of experience working as a member of a research team, particularly in projects related to specialized area (preferred).• 1 year of supervisory experience (preferred).