Research Assistant

The Laboratory for Computational Sensing and Robotics is seekingResearch Assistant who will perform research in medical robotics and medical devices with a focus onthe development of mechanical systems and components,custom research fixtures, and data collection devices. The position involves work on one collaborative project funded by National Institutes of Health, under grant # 1R43CA261381, PI. Peymon Ghazi PhD (sub-award from Malcova LLC), title “Patient-specific narrow beam breast CT”.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

• Research, design, and validate complex assemblies.
• Analyze problems, provide solutions, and provide support.
• Document designs, assembly procedures, and installation protocols.
• Collect, analyze, and report data for publication. Develop and maintain project wiki page.
• Position will receive work assignments on weekly basis and will be expected to complete most of them independently.
• Interface with faculty, students, engineers, designers, and lab personnel
• Primary research interactions will take place within the Laboratory for Computational Sensing and Robotics (lcrs.jhu.edu) and Malcova LLC.

Minimum Qualifications (Mandatory):

• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.
• Some related experience.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• At least 1-year experience in an academic research environment preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of robots and other medical equipment mechanical systems.
• Strong analytical/problem solving skills.
• Solid understanding of engineering principles needed to design, fabricate, and validate work.
• Strong background in complex assembly design.
• Experience in material selection and mechanical design principles.
• Demonstrated computer modeling/computer aided design experience.
• Previous experience working on or with robotic and/or mechatronics systems.

Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Basic knowledge and capability in manufacturing processes, both traditional (lathe, mill, casting, etc.) and modern (laser cutter, 3D printing, etc.).
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision. Able to conduct experiments autonomously according to precise instructions. Able to exercise independent judgment to resolve minor problems arising while conducting experiments.
• Ability to multi-task and maintain attention to detail.
• Preference given for experience inacademic or industry research environment.
• Preference for strong fabrication background.
• Preferred ProE/Solidworks experience.
• Knowledge of engineering best practices.
• Facility with Matlab, Python, or similar computational environment
• Project management skills and the ability to meet project deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize jobs and organize work effectively to meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and succinctly.
• Ability to communicate with scientists and researchers from a variety of disciplines.
• Ability to manage own area effectively using compliance with health and safety policy and university procedures.
• Self-motivation and an ability to exercise initiative and judgment in carrying out research tasks.
• Ability to write clearly and concisely to a level consistent with publications in highly regarded international journals.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.
• Ability to contribute to a complex research program.

Classified Title: Research Assistant
Role/Level/Range: ACRO37.5/03/CD
Starting Salary Range: $16.42 - $22.57/hr (commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Homewood Campus

Department name: LCSR
Personnel area: Whiting School of Engineering

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

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