Research Associate 5

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Job Posting Title:

Research Associate 5

Position Type:

Other Academic

Department:

LSUAM Engineering - School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (Shuangqing Wei (00007502))

Work Location:

3325 Patrick F. Taylor Hall

Pay Grade:

Job Description:

The Research Associate 5 candidate for the Electrical and Computer Engineering department will manage, oversee, and design engineering simulations, experiments and/or tests and collect data to ensure data integrity/control. Conduct research to identify solutions for data-driven modeling,  communications, and networking of distributed maritime operations undertaken by both surface and underwater marine vehicles.  Provides direct management support in initiating and developing contacts with grant/contract agencies and sources and in developing funding sources. 

40% Conduct research to identify solutions for data-driven modeling, communications, and networking of distributed maritime operations undertaken by both surface and underwater marine vehicles.  Design algorithmic and software tools for decision making, communications, and networking of distributed marine operations. Maintains currency of knowledge with respect to relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and/or systems.

35% Manage, oversee, and design engineering simulations, experiments and/or tests and collect data to ensure data integrity/control. Responsibility for planning, organizing and directing the daily operations. Incumbent is responsible for budget development and management and for directing long range planning and policy development activities. Reviews and evaluates results of the simulations, experiments, and/or tests. Conducts highly advanced research to identify solutions for modeling and control of distributed maritime operations.

20% Provides direct management support in initiating and developing contacts with grant/contract agencies and sources and in developing funding sources. Participates in major hearings, presentations, and public meetings to provide expert testimony, represent the project/program, and resolve significant issues which may impact or result from the research. Writes monthly reports and presentations for the research group and/or the funding agency.

5% Other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in mechanical, electrical, or computer engineering, computer science, or robotics and 2 years of related experience as a research assistant in an area relevant to this position.

Degree Substitute: Ph.D in related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D in mechanical, electrical, or computer engineering, computer science, or robotics and 4 years of related experience.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please attach three professional references and a copy of transcripts when applying. Official Transcripts required prior to hire. For questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Shuangqing Wei at [email protected].

Posting Date:

August 8, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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