Qualifications
Responsibilities
Benefits
The Opportunity
The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University invites applications for a Research Scientist position on the Daytona Beach Campus. The successful candidate will conduct independent and collaborative research in wireless communications, sensing systems, and related technologies while supporting the department's growing portfolio of externally sponsored research.
The Research Scientist will contribute to the development and execution of federally and industry funded research projects, publish scholarly work, mentor undergraduate and graduate student researchers, and collaborate with faculty, industry partners, and government agencies to advance innovative research initiatives.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary research environment focused on next-generation communications, sensing technologies, autonomy, cybersecurity, and intelligent systems.
Primary Responsibilities
Conduct independent and collaborative research in wireless communications, sensing systems, and related technical areas.
Develop, execute, and manage sponsored research projects.
Contribute to the preparation of competitive research proposals for federal agencies, industry, and other sponsors.
Design, implement, and evaluate scientific experiments, simulations, and analytical models.
Publish research findings in high-quality peer-reviewed journals and present results at national and international conferences.
Mentor undergraduate and graduate student researchers.
Collaborate with faculty across the university as well as external academic, government, and industry partners.
Assist in developing and maintaining research laboratories and experimental capabilities.
Support the department's strategic research initiatives and technology transition activities.
Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!
Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.
Generous Time Off: Enjoy up to 18 days of paid leave in your first year, including 3 days granted upon hire and 15 days accrued throughout the year. You'll also receive 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.
Required Education
Required Experience
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Application process/requirements
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the and search for requisition number R311732. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:
Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.
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