Duke University, Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science
finished (2022/05/05, finished 2022/05/19, listed until 2022/11/05)*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***
Position Description
Occupational Summary An individual with academic credentials but without a doctorate and not a degree candidate. Assists faculty members in research programs by participating in the research directly or in organizing a program under which the research is carried out. This classification is administered on Campus through the Office of the Provost and in the Medical Center through the Office of the Chancellor for Health Affairs. It is not subject to the Wage and Salary system. Work Performed Experimental structural vibration test of various systems in a single axis mode. Multi-axis testing of experimental structures will also be done for comparison with single axis tests. Required Qualifications at this Level Education/Training B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. M.S. is also preferred. Experience Prior experience with dynamical systems modeling and control theory is helpful. Skills Proficiency with Matlab, Labview, and data acquisition methods. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Essential Physical Job Functions Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Application Materials Required:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
Further Info:
Dept. of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science
Box 90300
Durham, NC 27708