Position Information
Position Title
Research Associate
Requisition #
S01217P
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Location
IIT-Mies Campus (MC), 10 West 35th St., Chicago
Department
Mechanical, Material Aerospace Engi
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Research Associate will develop software and use it to conduct analysis of GNSS-reflectometry-based means of remotely sensing the cryosphere.
Tasks to be performed :
- data fusion of camera and lidar and GNSS-R following the method of [Parvizi et al., in press] for archived data sets modification of a software-defined receiver for reflectometry [Parvizi et al., in press] and, time permitting, for positioning
- camera calibration for Antarctic deployment, if it is not already completed by Research Associate's start date
COMMUNICATIONS
Must have strong communication skills.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Must have good customer service skills.
Special Schedule Requirements
N/A
EEOC Statement
Illinois Institute of Technology is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, inclusion and diversity. It is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and actively seeks applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities regardless of race, color, sex, marital status, religion, national origin, disability, age, unfavorable discharge from the military, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation including gender identity and expression, order of protection status, and/or genetic information. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Masters level degree in physical science, engineering, or computer science.
Knowledge & Skills
Objectives
- Maintenance of the GNSS-R system data repository
- Analysis of camera, LIDAR, and GNSS-reflectometry measurements
- Possibly assisting with writing a manuscript on the research findings.
SUPERVISION & BUDGET AUTHORITY
No budget responsibility
Physical Environment and Requirements
Normal lab environment
Certifications and Licenses
List any certifications or licenses that are either required or helpful in performing the job, designating whether required or preferred.
N/A
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibility
- Software programming skill in Matlab
- Python language desirable
- Lidar data familiarity desirable
Percentage Of Time
50
Key Responsibility
- Familiarity with Global Navigation Satellite System signal processing desirable
- Familiarity with Linux OS convenient
Percentage Of Time
50
Posting Information
Work Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Position Category
Part Time
Posting Date
08/28/2023
Closing Date
Posted Until Filled
Yes
Quicklink for Posting
https://iit7.peopleadmin.com/postings/9824