32 Research jobs in Auburn

Principal Research Scientist/Engineer Pool

36830 Auburn, Alabama Auburn University

Posted 17 days ago

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**Position Details**
Position Information
**Requisition Number**
S3354P
**Home Org Name**
Engineering Administration
**Division Name**
Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering
**Position Title**
Principal Research Scientist/Engineer Pool
**Job Class Code**
HC49
**Appointment Status**
Full-time
**Part-time FTE**
**Limited Term**
Yes
**Limited Term Length**
2 year limited term appointment, continuation of employment will be contingent upon availability of funding
**Job Summary**
**This is a pool posting for future vacancies in this job classification.**
The Samuel Ginn College of Engineering are seeking candidates for multiple positions of Principal Research Scientist/Engineer in anticipation of securing contract funding in multiple areas of engineering and science to include fields such as modeling and simulation; systems engineering and integration; cyber security engineering; critical infrastructure protection; advanced manufacturing; additive manufacturing; materials science and engineering; assured position, navigation and timing; propulsion systems and project management on multiple programs funded by government and private industry.
These positions will be located in Auburn, Alabama and will report to the Associate Dean for Research, College of Engineering. The successful candidates may also work with leaders of other units such as Auburn's McCrary Institute for Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Security, Cyber Research Center, National Center for Additive Manufacturing Excellence, and the Huntsville Research Center to identify and develop potential research sponsors in the strategic focus areas of Auburn University research.
Major responsibilities include providing technical expertise, through the various Auburn programs in subjects such as those listed above directly to government and industry sponsors.
Provide Subject Matter Expertise to senior leaders in government and industry related to subjects such as cyber security threats and subsequent threat mitigation strategies and methods.
Provide Subject Matter Expertise to senior leaders in government and industry related to protecting the nation's critical infrastructure systems (energy, water, transportation, food, commerce, etc.).
Provide Subject Matter Expertise to industry and government sponsors in the broad areas of modeling, simulation, and systems engineering and integration.
Provide Subject Matter Expertise to senior leaders in government and industry related to additive manufacturing, advanced manufacturing, and advanced materials.
Provide Subject Matter Expertise to senior leaders in government and industry related to vehicle dynamics and assured position, navigation, and timing.
Provide Subject Matter Expertise toNASA and industry senior leaders in payload integration including requirement definition and verification / validation of potential exploration payloads.
Provide Subject Matter Expertise toNASA and industry senior leaders in development and integration of NASA's launch vehicles and exploration programs.
Collaborate with the nation's community of industry, government, and academia on national policy and technology that affects various defense, aerospace, manufacturing, and related industry sectors along with federal, state, and local government agencies.
**Essential Functions**
Conducts contract research and creates progress and final reports as necessary; provides technical management of research contracts and oversees the content and timeliness of contract deliverables.
Develops research proposals and budgets.
Coordinates research opportunities between Auburn University faculty and staff, local government agencies, and private industries.
Initiates and cultivates relationships with agencies and industries in order to build research and educational programs for Auburn University.
Establishes and grows research funding for Auburn University by pursuing local opportunities.
Interfaces with Auburn University faculty and staff to build an in-depth knowledge of on-campus research capabilities.
Candidate may supervise employees but supervision is not the main focus of the job; responsibilities could include training, mentoring, evaluating, and making or recommending pay, promotion or other employment decisions.
**Why Work at Auburn?**
+ **Life-Changing Impact** : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
+ **Culture of Excellence** : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
+ **We're Here for You** : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
+ **Sweet Home Alabama** : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
+ **A Place for Everyone** : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
Minimum Qualifications
**Minimum Qualifications**
PhD from an accredited institution Engineering, Science, Management Information Science (MIS ), or related technical field.
Level I - No experience required
Level II - 2 years of professional experience
LevelIII - 4 years of professional experience
Level IV - 6 years of professional experience
Level V - 8 years of professional experience
Level VI - 10 years of professional experience
LevelVII -12 years of professional experience
**Scope of Experience:**
Experience in engineering and research practices and principles or science-based programs.
**Substitutions allowed:**
Candidates with a Bachelor's or Master's degree may substitute relevant experience toward the PhD requirement at the rate of two (2) years relevant experience per year of required education.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
**Minimum Skills and Abilities**
Knowledge of contracts, grants, budget, accounting, and finance principles is required. Technical knowledge in advanced systems engineering or cyber security related research projects and programs is required.
**Minimum Technology Skills**
**Minimum License and Certifications**
Desired Qualifications
**Desired Qualifications**
Extensive experience with government agencies or industry in engineering or science-based applications. Additional years of combined experience in planning, directing, executing, and integrating the work and resources of government agency/industry projects or programs; experience in business planning and development including developing key strategic partnership and relationships with Industry, government and research Institutions; excellent interpersonal communications skills.
Posting Detail Information
**Salary Range**
$54,400 - $175,600
**Job Category**
Engineering
**Working Hours if Non-Traditional**
**City position is located in:**
Auburn
**State position is located:**
Alabama
**List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position**
**Posting Date**
01/29/2024
**Closing Date**
**Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement**
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance (EOC ) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit theirwebsite ( to learn more.
**Special Instructions to Applicants**
provide 3 references
**Quick Link for Internal Postings**
Needed to Apply**
**Required Documents**
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
**Optional Documents**
1. Transcripts
2. Letter of Recommendation
3. Curriculum Vitae
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Principal Research Scientist / Engineer (Huntsville) Pool

36830 Auburn, Alabama Auburn University

Posted 17 days ago

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**Position Details**
Position Information
**Requisition Number**
S2193P
**Home Org Name**
Engineering Administration
**Division Name**
Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering
**Position Title**
Principal Research Scientist / Engineer (Huntsville) Pool
**Job Class Code**
HU01A-F
**Appointment Status**
Full-time
**Part-time FTE**
**Limited Term**
Yes
**Limited Term Length**
2 year limited term appointment, continuation of employment will be contingent upon availability of funding
**Job Summary**
**This is a pool posting for future vacancies in this job classification. This is a two-year limited term appointment. Continuation of employment will be contingent upon the availability of funding.**
**These positions are in Huntsville, AL**
The Auburn University Huntsville Research Center (AUHRC ) and the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering are seeking candidates for multiple positions of Principal Research Scientist/Engineer VI/VII in anticipation of securing contract funding in multiple areas of engineering and science to include fields such as modeling and simulation; systems engineering and integration; cyber security engineering; critical infrastructure protection; advanced manufacturing; additive manufacturing; materials science and engineering; assured position, navigation and timing; propulsion systems and project management on multiple programs funded by government and private industry. These positions will be located in Huntsville, Alabama and will report to the Associate Dean for Research, College of Engineering. The successful candidates may also work with leaders of other units such as Auburn's McCrary Institute for Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Security, Cyber Research Center, National Center for Additive Manufacturing Excellence, and the Huntsville Research Center to identify and develop potential research sponsors in the strategic focus areas of Auburn University research.
Major responsibilities include providing technical expertise, through the various Auburn programs in subjects such as those listed above directly to government and industry sponsors.
The successful candidate will provide technical support for one or more of the following types of activities:
+ Provide Subject Matter Expertise to senior leaders in government and industry related to subjects such as cyber security threats and subsequent threat mitigation strategies and methods.
+ Provide Subject Matter Expertise to senior leaders in government and industry related to protecting the nation's critical infrastructure systems (energy, water, transportation, food, commerce, etc.).
+ Provide Subject Matter Expertise to industry and government sponsors in the broad areas of modeling, simulation, and systems engineering and integration.
+ Provide Subject Matter Expertise to senior leaders in government and industry related to additive manufacturing, advanced manufacturing, and advanced materials.
+ Provide Subject Matter Expertise to senior leaders in government and industry related to vehicle dynamics and assured position, navigation, and timing.
+ Provide Subject Matter Expertise toNASA and industry senior leaders in payload integration including requirement definition and verification / validation of potential exploration payloads.
+ Provide Subject Matter Expertise toNASA and industry senior leaders in development and integration of NASA's launch vehicles and exploration programs.
+ Collaborate with the nation's community of industry, government, and academia on national policy and technology that affects various defense, aerospace, manufacturing, and related industry sectors along with federal, state, and local government agencies.
**Essential Functions**
Essential functions include, but are not limited to:
Conducts contract research and creates progress and final reports as necessary; provides technical management of research contracts and oversees the content and timeliness of contract deliverables.
Develops research proposals and budgets.
Coordinates research opportunities between Auburn University faculty and staff, local government agencies, and private industries.
Initiates and cultivates relationships with agencies and industries in order to build research and educational programs for Auburn University.
Establishes and grows research funding for Auburn University by pursuing local opportunities.
Interfaces with Auburn University faculty and staff to build an in-depth knowledge of on-campus research capabilities.
Candidate may supervise employees but supervision is not the main focus of the job; responsibilities could include training, mentoring, evaluating, and making or recommending pay, promotion or other employment decisions.
**Why Work at Auburn?**
+ **Life-Changing Impact** : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
+ **Culture of Excellence** : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
+ **We're Here for You** : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
+ **Sweet Home Alabama** : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
+ **A Place for Everyone** : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
Minimum Qualifications
**Minimum Qualifications**
PhD from an accredited institution Engineering, science, management information science (MIS ), or related technical field.
+ Level I: No experience required
+ Level II: 2 years of professional experience
+ LevelIII : 4 years of professional experience
+ Level IV: 6 years of professional experience
+ Level V: 8 years of professional experience
+ Level VI: 10 years of professional experience
+ LevelVII :12 years of professional experience
Experience for Levels II-VII should be in engineering and research practices and principles or science-based programs.
Candidates with a Bachelor's or Master's degree may substitute relevant experience toward the PhD requirement at the rate of two (2) years relevant experience per year of required education
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
**Minimum Skills and Abilities**
Knowledge of contracts, grants, budget, accounting, and finance principles is required. Technical knowledge in advanced systems engineering or cyber security related research projects and programs is required.
**Minimum Technology Skills**
**Minimum License and Certifications**
Desired Qualifications
**Desired Qualifications**
Extensive experience with government agencies or industry in engineering or science-based applications. Additional years of combined experience in planning, directing, executing, and integrating the work and resources of government agency/industry projects or programs; experience in business planning and development including developing key strategic partnership and relationships with Industry, government and research Institutions; excellent interpersonal communications skills.
Posting Detail Information
**Salary Range**
$68,700 - $282,600
**Job Category**
Engineering
**Working Hours if Non-Traditional**
**City position is located in:**
Huntsville
**State position is located:**
Alabama
**List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position**
**Posting Date**
11/18/2022
**Closing Date**
**Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement**
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance (EOC ) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit theirwebsite ( to learn more.
**Special Instructions to Applicants**
**Quick Link for Internal Postings**
Needed to Apply**
**Required Documents**
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
**Optional Documents**
1. Transcripts
2. Letter of Recommendation
3. Curriculum Vitae
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Research Engineer/Scientist (Huntsville) Pool

36830 Auburn, Alabama Auburn University

Posted 17 days ago

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**Position Details**
Position Information
**Requisition Number**
S3502P
**Home Org Name**
Engineering Administration
**Division Name**
Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering
**Position Title**
Research Engineer/Scientist (Huntsville) Pool
**Job Class Code**
HU07A
**Appointment Status**
Full-time
**Part-time FTE**
**Limited Term**
Yes
**Limited Term Length**
2 years
**Job Summary**
**This is a pool posting for future vacancies in this job classification.**
**This position is located in Huntsville, AL.**
The Samuel Ginn College of Engineering is seeking candidates for multiple positions for Research Engineer/Scientist. A Research Engineer/Scientist conducts research in various fields of engineering to design and develop technology and to carry out investigations, evaluation, and application of engineering theories and principles.
These positions will be based on two-year terms which will be renewable based on performance and abilities to secure and support externally funded research.
**Essential Functions**
Essential Functions include, but are not limited to:
+ Performs a variety of research and development activities requiring the application of engineering or science-based practices and principles.
+ Designs, operates, maintains, and repairs specialized equipment and engineered systems utilizing engineering or science-based practices and principles.
+ Advises faculty, postdocs, students, and staff with engineering design, modification, prototype and process development, analysis procedures, and other engineering solutions.
+ Performs failure analysis, optimization studies and other investigations.
+ Evaluates findings to develop new concepts, equipment, or processes.
+ Ensures supplies are available and operational for use in projects.
+ May manage local computer systems for laboratory functionality.
+ Develops proposals, budgets, schedules and progress reports and presents results to internal and external stakeholders.
+ Prepares technical reports for long and short-range planning.
**Why Work at Auburn?**
+ **Life-Changing Impact** : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
+ **Culture of Excellence** : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
+ **We're Here for You** : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
+ **Sweet Home Alabama** : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
+ **A Place for Everyone** : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
Minimum Qualifications
**Minimum Qualifications**
Bachelor's Degree in a science-related field or Engineering to include: Aerospace, Biosystems, Chemical, Civil and Environmental, Computer Science and Software, Electrical and Computer, Industrial and Systems, Mechanical and Materials at the time employment begins.
+ Level I - requires no experience;
+ Level II - 2 years of experience
+ LevelIII - 4 years of experience
+ Level IV - 6 years of experience
+ Level V - 8 years of experience
+ Level VI - 10 years of experience
Experience in engineering and research practices and principles in microelectronics, automotive electronics, highway research, robotics and autonomous systems, metallurgy and materials, asphalt technology, pulp and paper, transportation, energy technology, detection and food safety, cyber-security and information technology or experience in various fields of science that could include mathematics, physical sciences, life sciences, computer science, etc.
Advanced degrees may be considered in lieu of experience.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
**Minimum Skills and Abilities**
**Minimum Technology Skills**
**Minimum License and Certifications**
Some positions may require licensure as a professional engineer.
Desired Qualifications
**Desired Qualifications**
Desired qualifications include a Masters or Doctoral degrees, Professional Engineering Licensure, Commercial Drivers License or Remote Pilot Certificate.
Posting Detail Information
**Salary Range**
$45,100 - $151,300
**Job Category**
Engineering
**Working Hours if Non-Traditional**
**City position is located in:**
Huntsville
**State position is located:**
AL
**List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position**
**Posting Date**
03/22/2024
**Closing Date**
**Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement**
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance (EOC ) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit theirwebsite ( to learn more.
**Special Instructions to Applicants**
provide 3 references
**Quick Link for Internal Postings**
Needed to Apply**
**Required Documents**
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
**Optional Documents**
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Graduate Research Assistant

36830 Auburn, Alabama Auburn University

Posted 17 days ago

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**Position Details**
Position Information
**Requisition Number**
Stu04103P
**Home Org Name**
Aerospace Engineering
**Division Name**
Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering
**Position Title**
Graduate Research Assistant
**Working Title (if different from Position Title)**
**Job Summary**
Aerospace Engineering seeks candidates for a Graduate Research Assistant position to engage in original, professional-level research under a faculty member's supervision in the course of obtaining a graduate degree.
**Essential Functions**
Graduate assistants can provide support for research through a variety of functions. These may include, but are not limited to: planning and conducting research under the guidance of a faculty supervisor; supervision of undergraduate research assistants; preparation and presentation of technical papers and presentations at professional conferences; writing of technical reports; equipment.
**Why Work at Auburn?**
**Minimum Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to aerospace engineering
+ Enrolled Auburn University graduate student
**Preferred Qualifications**
**Pay Rate**
$1,041 - $,000/month or 12,500 - 36,000/annual
**Work Hours**
20
**City position is located in:**
Auburn
**State position is located:**
Alabama
Posting Detail Information
**Posting Date**
03/01/2025
**Closing Date**
**Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement**
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS ANAFFIRMATIVE ACTION /EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO ) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit theirwebsite ( to learn more.
**Special Instructions to Applicants**
**Quick Link for Internal Postings**
Needed to Apply**
**Required Documents**
1. Resume
**Optional Documents**
1. Cover Letter
2. Transcripts
3. Other
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Research Assistant/Associate

36830 Auburn, Alabama Auburn University

Posted 17 days ago

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**Position Details**
Position Information
**Requisition Number**
S4306P
**Home Org Name**
Schl Fisheries Aquac Aquat Sci
**Division Name**
College of Agriculture
**Position Title**
Research Assistant/Associate
**Job Class Code**
HA02A/B/C/D, HA03A/B/C/D
**Appointment Status**
Full-time
**Part-time FTE**
**Limited Term**
Yes
**Limited Term Length**
1 year
**Job Summary**
The individual selected for this position will provide professional research assistance with ongoing fish health and disease programs at the E. W. Shell Fisheries Center, School of Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Aquatic Sciences at Auburn University. The selected individual will help develop and implement fish health-related projects, assist in planning, coordinating, maintaining, and executing studies, as well as maintaining research files and summarizing the data.
**Essential Functions**
Essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
+ Planning and implementation- Develops and implements research projects and protocols for researchers and assists with/performs molecular analyses. These include fish/shrimp necropsy, gene expression, sequencing, and other assays related to fish health.
+ Equipment/supplies management- Manages, prepares, and maintains equipment, materials, and labor in support of faculty and facility needs (including research and production equipment); Organization and accounting for expansive inventory.
+ Assists with the development of reports and funding proposals.
+ Compliance- Ensures compliance with animal care and chemicals and assists in maintaining suitable records to meet regulatory and safety requirements; Assists with chemical inventory, storage, and disposal.
+ Data management- Summarizes, maintains and manages experimental data, protocols and records.
**Why Work at Auburn?**
+ **Life-Changing Impact** : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
+ **Culture of Excellence** : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
+ **We're Here for You** : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
+ **Sweet Home Alabama** : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
+ **A Place for Everyone** : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
Minimum Qualifications
**Minimum Qualifications**
**RESEARCH ASSISTANT**
All levels require a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Biological Sciences, Aquaculture, or closely related discipline at the time employment begins.
**Level I:** No experience required
**Level II:** 2 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
**LevelIII :** 4 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
**Level IV:** 6 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
**RESEARCH ASSOCIATE**
All levels require a Master's degree from an accredited institution in in Biological Sciences, Aquaculture, or closely related discipline at the time employment begins.
**Level I:** No experience required
**Level II:** 2 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
**LevelIII :** 4 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
**Level IV:** 6 years of experience with research practices and protocols relevant to the position
Advanced degrees accepted in lieu of years of experience.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
**Minimum Skills and Abilities**
+ Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills; ability to work in a group environment, minimal to moderate knowledge in the field of aquaculture research or fish health.
+ Background in molecular biology applications.
+ Broad knowledge of associated equipment, materials, and processes; minimum knowledge of aquaculture processes such as disease diagnostics, observation, documentation, data collection and analysis.
**Minimum Technology Skills**
Computer skills in using programs such as Microsoft Office, Excel, etc.; Ability to work with statistical analysis software (Program R, GraphPad Prism) and online data and task management (Sharepoint; Teams) tools; familiarity/experience with a variety of water quality instruments and general farm equipment and tools.
**Minimum License and Certifications**
Driver's license
Desired Qualifications
**Desired Qualifications**
Desired qualifications include knowledge/experience in laboratory research practices and protocols relevant to the position.
Posting Detail Information
**Salary Range**
$40,200 - $112,990
**Job Category**
Research
**Working Hours if Non-Traditional**
**City position is located in:**
Auburn
**State position is located:**
Alabama
**List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position**
**Posting Date**
03/06/2025
**Closing Date**
**Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement**
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite ( to learn more.
**Special Instructions to Applicants**
Please utilize the attachment feature of our online employment site and attach/upload a cover letter and resume.
**Quick Link for Internal Postings**
Needed to Apply**
**Required Documents**
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
**Optional Documents**
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Graduate Research Assistant

36830 Auburn, Alabama Auburn University

Posted 17 days ago

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**Position Details**
Position Information
**Requisition Number**
Stu04205P
**Home Org Name**
Crop Soil and EnvironmentalSciences
**Division Name**
College of Agriculture
**Position Title**
Graduate Research Assistant
**Working Title (if different from Position Title)**
**Job Summary**
**This is a pooled posting. Applicants will be considered as positions become available. Applications may be at the "Under Review" status for an extended period of time**
The Graduate Research Assistant conducts research work which can include field or laboratory study. Assist in data collection, curation, analysis, and writing project reports. Prepares laboratory or field sites according to detailed instructions. Inventories and requisitions supplies for assigned area as well as checks in shipments and restocks shelves. Cleans and maintains equipment field and/or laboratory equipment. Performs routine laboratory and field tasks related to specific area.
Why should **YOU** consider student employment at Auburn University?
+ **Gain valuable work experience!** Student employmentallows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
+ **Build your network!** Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
+ **Make a difference.** Have the satisfaction of knowingYOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.
**Essential Functions**
+ Conduct research related to graduate degree program
+ Assist with other research projects
+ Data collection and data analysis
+ Prepare written reports
+ Help maintain laboratory
**Why Work at Auburn?**
**Minimum Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field
+ Currently enrolled as a Auburn University graduate student
**Preferred Qualifications**
Bachelor's degree in Agriculture and the ability to perform in the field and/or lab.
**Pay Rate**
$808.00-$3,000.00/month
**Work Hours**
14
**City position is located in:**
Auburn
**State position is located:**
Alabama
Posting Detail Information
**Posting Date**
03/31/2025
**Closing Date**
**Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement**
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance (EOC ) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit theirwebsite ( to learn more.
**Special Instructions to Applicants**
**Quick Link for Internal Postings**
Needed to Apply**
**Required Documents**
1. Resume
**Optional Documents**
1. Cover Letter
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Research Assistant/Associate

36830 Auburn, Alabama Auburn University

Posted 17 days ago

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**Position Details**
Position Information
**Requisition Number**
S4261P
**Home Org Name**
Crop Soil and EnvironmentalSciences
**Division Name**
College of Agriculture
**Position Title**
Research Assistant/Associate
**Job Class Code**
HA01A/B/C/D-HA02A/B/C/D
**Appointment Status**
Full-time
**Part-time FTE**
**Limited Term**
Yes
**Limited Term Length**
4 years
**Job Summary**
**_This is a four year limited term position and is funded from external sources. Continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of funds._**
The individual in this position will assist with the AU agriculture drone project for the department of Crop, Soils, & Environmental Sciences.
**Essential Functions**
Essential Functions include the following:
+ Assist with project team spray trials.
+ Manage drone fleet.
+ Repair drones.
+ Conduct field studies.
+ Manage project progress and data.
+ Organize drone events.
+ Supervise undergraduate and graduate student workers in the field.
+ Attend professional conferences, expos, and tradeshows and promote AU studies and project team to generate national and international impact.
**Why Work at Auburn?**
+ **Life-Changing Impact** : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
+ **Culture of Excellence** : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
+ **We're Here for You** : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
+ **Sweet Home Alabama** : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
+ **A Place for Everyone** : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
Minimum Qualifications
**Minimum Qualifications**
**RESEARCH ASSISTANT**
All levels require a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Agronomy, Crop Science, Plant Breeding, or closely related field at the time employment begins.
Level I: No experience required
Level II: 2 years of relevant experience
LevelIII : 4 years of relevant experience
Level IV: 6 years of relevant experience
**RESEARCH ASSOCIATE**
All levels require a Master's degree from an accredited institution in Agronomy, Crop Science, Plant Breeding, or closely related field at the time employment begins.
Level I: No experience required
Level II: 2 years of relevant experience
LevelIII : 4 years of relevant experience
Level IV: 6 years of relevant experience
Advanced degrees accepted in lieu of years of experience.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
**Minimum Skills and Abilities**
Must have a demonstrated ability to collect, organize, and analyze data, excellent organizational and communication skills, and a commitment to an inclusive and diverse campus environment.
**Minimum Technology Skills**
Familiarity with Microsoft Office
**Minimum License and Certifications**
+ Successful candidate is expected to obtain Alabama commercial pesticide license-D&R category andFAA part 107 remote pilot license within 3 months of employment.
+ Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to selection.
Desired Qualifications
**Desired Qualifications**
The desired qualifications include the following:
1) Field applied research in pesticide applications and crop production
2) Working experience in ag drone and remote sensing
3) Data management and analysis skills
4) Ability to operate and repair farm equipment
Posting Detail Information
**Salary Range**
Assistant: $34,610-$1,120 Associate: 40,200 - 96,230
**Job Category**
Research
**Working Hours if Non-Traditional**
7:45 am - 4:45 pm. Long working hours in summer during field season should be expected (10-12 hr day for field travel)
**City position is located in:**
Auburn
**State position is located:**
Alabama
**List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position**
The successful candidate is expected to work outdoor in summer under high heat and humidity conditions; Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs during field work required.
**Posting Date**
02/18/2025
**Closing Date**
**Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement**
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance (EOC ) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit theirwebsite ( to learn more.
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Please utilize the attachment feature of the on-line application system and attach a cover letter and CV or resume. When prompted, please enter the contact information for three professional references. OnlyCOMPLETE application materials will be considered.
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2. Cover Letter
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Graduate Research Assistant

36830 Auburn, Alabama Auburn University

Posted 17 days ago

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**Position Details**
Position Information
**Requisition Number**
Stu03866P
**Home Org Name**
Crop Soil and EnvironmentalSciences
**Division Name**
College of Agriculture
**Position Title**
Graduate Research Assistant
**Working Title (if different from Position Title)**
**Job Summary**
**This is a pooled posting. Applicants will be considered as positions become available. Applications may be at the "Under Review" status for an extended period of time**
The Graduate Research Assistant conducts research work which can include field or laboratory study. Assist in data collection, curation, analysis, and writing project reports. Prepares laboratory or field sites according to detailed instructions. Inventories and requisitions supplies for assigned area as well as checks in shipments and restocks shelves. Cleans and maintains equipment field and/or laboratory equipment. Performs routine laboratory and field tasks related to specific area.
Why should **YOU** consider student employment at Auburn University?
+ **Gain valuable work experience!** Student employmentallows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
+ **Build your network!** Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
+ **Make a difference.** Have the satisfaction of knowingYOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.
**Essential Functions**
+ Conduct research related to graduate degree program
+ Assisting with other research projects
+ Data collection and data analysis
+ Preparing written reports
+ Helping maintain laboratory
**Why Work at Auburn?**
**Minimum Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field
+ Currently enrolled Auburn University graduate student
**Preferred Qualifications**
Bachelor's degree and ability to perform in field and/or lab.
**Pay Rate**
$808.00-$3,000.00/month
**Work Hours**
14
**City position is located in:**
Auburn
**State position is located:**
Alabama
Posting Detail Information
**Posting Date**
10/08/2024
**Closing Date**
**Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement**
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS ANAFFIRMATIVE ACTION /EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO ) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit theirwebsite ( to learn more.
**Special Instructions to Applicants**
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**Optional Documents**
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Student Research Assistant

36830 Auburn, Alabama Auburn University

Posted 17 days ago

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**Position Details**
Position Information
**Requisition Number**
Stu04102P
**Home Org Name**
Aerospace Engineering
**Division Name**
Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering
**Position Title**
Student Research Assistant
**Working Title (if different from Position Title)**
**Job Summary**
Primary responsibilities are to engage in original, professional-level research under the faculty member's supervision in the course of obtaining an undergraduate degree. The student research assistant will provide support for research through a variety of functions.
**Essential Functions**
+ Planning and conducting research under the guidance of the faculty supervisor
+ Assistance and training of other undergraduate student workers
+ Equipment fabrication
+ Work on specific internal or external Intramural Research projects specific to a particular sponsor with the faculty member
**Why Work at Auburn?**
**Minimum Qualifications**
Enrolled student at Auburn University.
**Preferred Qualifications**
None
**Pay Rate**
$7.25/hour -$25.48/hour dependent upon previous experience/education
**Work Hours**
20
**City position is located in:**
Auburn University
**State position is located:**
Alabama
Posting Detail Information
**Posting Date**
02/24/2025
**Closing Date**
**Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement**
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS ANAFFIRMATIVE ACTION /EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO ) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit theirwebsite ( to learn more.
**Special Instructions to Applicants**
**Quick Link for Internal Postings**
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Graduate Research Assistant

Auburn, Alabama ReLogic Research

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ReLogic Research, Inc. is seeking a self-starting, highly motivated, mechanical engineer for a part-time position at ReLogic. ReLogics central focus is to continually promote a culture that stimulates personal, professional, and intellectual growth, while developing elegant solutions to tough problems. We encourage teammates to be self-governing based on high standards of professionalism and judgement.

This Mechanical Engineer role will be in direct support of ReLogics efforts to solve priority problems highly aligned with our national defense strategy, while also supporting research activities with the National Center for Additive Manufacturing Excellence (NCAME) at Auburn University as a Graduate Research Assistant (GRA).

This position is a hybrid part-time role to provide industry experience and training in the defense sector, while the candidate pursues a masters in mechanical engineering at Auburn University. In addition to the part time position at ReLogic, the assistantship provides additional benefits through Auburn University such as monthly stipend and tuition waiver, pending acceptance by Auburn. The primary work location is in Auburn, AL to perform research activities at NCAME and complete the required graduate coursework, while supporting ReLogic activities remotely. Some travel to Huntsville, AL to support ReLogic activities is required.


About NCAME: NCAME is setting a new standard in Additive Manufacturing (AM) qualification research. Founded in 2017 through a collaboration between Auburn University and NASA leveraged by a signed AU/NASA Space Act Agreement, the Center is also a founding partner of the ASTM Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE). NCAME strives to be a transitioning mechanism from fundamental to applied research aligned with the needs of industry. We also aim to lead and foster effective collaborations amongst industry, government, academia, non-profit organizations, and ASTM committees to ensure a coordinated, global effort toward rapidly closing standards and workforce development gaps in AM. Both centers have vast membership networks with 100+ members within key industrial sectors, including among others GE, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, Aerojet and Rocketdyne.


Primary Responsibilities

Focus Areas: Hypersonics, Tactical Missile Systems, Advanced Manufacturing

Perform research activities at NCAME spanning the entire AM value chain, including feedstock, AM fabrication, mechanical testing, materials characterization, non-destructive evaluation, simulations, and more.

Interface with NCAME research sponsors and collaborators in academia and industry

Operate various additive and testing equipment as part of research activities at NCAME, including L-PBF and DED additive machines, mechanical test stands, scanning electron microscope or X-ray microscope, or sample preparation equipment

Develop written reports, briefings, and other documentation to present to internal ReLogic and customer POCs

Work with ReLogic team members, technical managers, and subject matter experts to develop testing, design, and analysis skills relevant to high-speed missile and aviation technology

Requirements & Desired Skills

Be enrolled in the graduate engineering program at Auburn University

BS in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university

Knowledge or understanding of additive manufacturing, mechanical testing, and materials characterization

Active Secret security clearance or ability to receive and maintain clearance

Strong work ethic and high attention to detail

This is part-time position with no fringe benefits offered. Approximately 10% travel is expected.

ReLogic Research, Inc.s policy is to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or childbirth), national origin, age, citizenship, disability, military obligation, or any other characteristic protected by law. In cases of disability, ReLogic follows the Americans with Disability Act (ADA). ReLogic prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination or harassment.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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