What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Researcher II position at The University of Alabama?
Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $68,500 - Midpoint: $89,100 (Salaried E11)
Department/Organization: 702104 - Alabama Materials Institute
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Job Summary: The Engineering Researcher II oversees engineering research projects and assumes responsibility for the day-to-day activity supporting project. Makes significant contributions to the planning and design of research and creative projects. Assists in short- and long-term planning and project goals. May assist with research and creative proposals and dissemination of project findings.
Additional Department Summary: The Alabama Materials Institute (AMI) facilitates interdisciplinary materials research encompassing metallurgy, ceramics, polymers, bio-inspired materials, and composites. Teams of researchers, faculty, and students work collaboratively to identify and advance new materials, understand their fundamental properties, and develop novel processes for synthesis, fabrication, and manufacturing using advanced experimental and computational approaches.
Delivers comprehensive training to users of AMI instrumentation, empowering them to effectively utilize cutting-edge tools and fostering a culture of technical proficiency. Collaborates on customer-driven projects utilizing the AMI suite of instrumentation, including processing equipment and advanced characterization tools. Develops and executes experimental plans, troubleshoot challenges, and report actionable outcomes to AMI leadership and customers. Provides oversight and maintenance of materials processing equipment, leveraging experience in powder metallurgy to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. or other terminal degree in Materials Science and Engineering or closely related field.
Candidates will need to have completed their Ph.D. or have it completed by the start of employment. Applicants should upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae and include at least two references in the reference section of the application. Please upload additional documents to the “other documents” tab as needed.
Skills and Knowledge: Experience with powder processing, powder consolidation methods, and characterization of materials through X-ray, electron, and ion beam methods.
Preferred Qualifications: Strong analytical skills are beneficial, including but not limited to scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, focus ion beam, and X-ray diffraction. In addition, understanding of nanophase sintering of powders, ball milling, and construction of relevant power processing equipment.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases.
Salary : $68,500 - $89,100
