Research Engineering Technician – Engineering

Position Summary
Support the faculty investigator by assisting with the development and conducting of equipment design, prototyping and maintenance, experimental design and data acquisition involving use of custom software, data analysis involving use and development of statistical software, and documentation of experimental results. Assists in writing scientific manuscripts, research proposals, and reports. Trains other lab members.

Job Description

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and prototype of devices and equipment to support research projects that may include use of Makerspaces, machine shops, advanced manufacturing, or supervising instructional design teams; may involve use of Solidworks/Autocad model development or similar.
• Assist with the development of modeling and simulations of experiments that may include use of multiphysics or finite element modeling software, systems biology modeling, machine learning modeling, or electrophysiology modeling. May require programming in a scientific language (e.g., Matlab, Python, C++) and include attendance at new courses to learn new software.
• At the direction of the faculty investigator, conduct experiments and calibrate equipment. Monitor/evaluate experiments. Maintain records/reports. Collect data from experiments.
• Perform data analysis including statistical analyses and original coding if required. Write interpretative reports/summaries. Conduct literature searches.
• Report writing with significant engineering content including formatting of equations—use of scientific word processing software such as LaTeX.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. or equivalent in related field.
• Familiarity with basic rules of computer coding and/or 3D printing.
• Ability to learn new software independently.
• Familiarity with concepts in physics and engineering.
• Ability to communicate orally and in written form with others outside their discipline.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or physics or 4 years of equivalent education/experience in an engineering or sciences laboratory or research setting.

Grade
R07-H

Salary Range
$16.76 – $28.51 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one’s qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

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Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement
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Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.