at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job ID50230
LocationEvanston, Illinois
Department: MCC Mechanical Engineering
Salary/Grade: EXS/7
Job Summary:
Leads design, development, and prototyping of software while conducting research in the field of assistive rehabilitation. Reports and interprets experimental results while collaborating with other members of research team to facilitate technology development, product iteration, testing, and translation to commercial product. Manages technical projects and interactions with partners.
Specific Responsibilities:
Administration
Responsible for operation of a specialized research area or laboratory with one or more faculty members within a department.Under the general direction of a senior faculty or staff member, is able to operate with some latitude in unreviewed actions or decisions.Assists senior staff in the daily oversight of operations and/ or projects.
Collaboration/Strategy
May act as a liaison with other University departments, divisions, researchers and students.Collaborates in the development of new techniques, fabrications, etc.
Data Analysis
Coordinates data collection and screening and verifies the data.Conducts analysis of data, interprets and implements research methodology based on outcome of analysis.Co-authors publications and may co-present results with Principal Investigator at meetings and/ or conferences.
Technical
Applies relevant science when collaborating on the development, design, and execution of one or more small or moderately complex research projects or experiments in line with the lab's strategic plan.Reviews progress and evaluates results.Formulates research methods and suggests options for improving quality, identifies potential problems, recommends and implements solutions.
Minimum Qualifications: (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)
Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a chemical, mechanical, or biomedical engineering major or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience
Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Data presentation skills;
Experimental design ability;
Ability to work as part of a project team
Preferred Qualifications: (Education and experience)
MS in robotics, or 5 years experience
Must complete NU's IRB CITI training before interacting with any participants & must re-certify every three years.
Track record of successfully integrating software.
Strong software development skills.
Ability to work independently and manage time/meet deadlines.
Collaborative mindset with an emphasis on innovation and incremental improvement.
Ability to lead design and development of software product and integration.
Ability to manage technical projects and interactions with partners.
Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)
C, C++.
Python.
ROS, ROS2.
Iterative and incremental software design and development.
Experience in software integration.
Target hiring range for this position will be between $61,242 - $86,121 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Benefits:
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