NIAR Research Associate - CMH-17

The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) is a fast-growing area within WSU, known globally for our expertise in the most critical areas of aerospace research and development. We are seeking an innovative, self-motivated Research Associate. If you are ready to be part of a dynamic team, consider applying with us!

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Summary of Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for working with the Handbook Chairs and leadership to guide content and develop strategic plans for incorporating the most valuable content that supports the safe use of these materials in aviation and related fields. The Secretariat also manages day to day activities including virtual and in-person meetings, promotes CMH-17 at industry conferences, coordinates with the publisher and related standard development organizations, tracks ballots for handbook content, and performs reviews and technical editing.

Essential Functions:

• Prepares publication-ready engineering handbook and works with publisher(s) to publish the handbook including, but not limited to, contractual arrangements, and editing.
• Creates, maintains, and distributes documentation as needed; maintains current and archival versions of the handbook.
• Plans, schedules, and/or coordinates meetings while maintaining contractual agreements with facilities, technical support, and/or registration.
• Updates and maintains the CMH-17 website; creates and maintains a social media presence for the organization.
• Creates and distributes communication as needed.
• Maintains relationships with external organizations, partners, and volunteers; advertises and represents the organization professionally at conferences, workshops, etc.
• Maintains financials, collects revenue, and administers contracts.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related STEM field
• This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a "U.S. Citizen”.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to integrate disparate data and/or information into a cohesive quality technical and/or business writing.
• Strong computer skills including MS Office suite.
• Excellent organization, communication, and collaboration skills, with the aptitude for critical thinking.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Expertise in English language grammar, spelling, and usage conventions and best practices in scientific writing.

Wichita State University is committed to inclusive excellence. WSU is the only urban-serving public university in Kansas and has the most diverse student body of all the Kansas state universities. Wichita State University recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran. Wichita State University has a clear goal in this regard: to be the place where our talented faculty and staff reflect and promote the evolving diversity of our society. We pride ourselves on being the most innovative university in Kansas, delivering the best educational experience to our students with the distinction for opening pathways to real-life learning, applied research and career opportunities that make people want to stay in Kansas. Our campus provides an experience that promotes all forms of diversity, equity and inclusion, a place to learn, work, live and play.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person