Research Faculty Open Rank MSD

Multiple positions and levels available at various levels and unless specified, all positions require the following:
• Given the nature of the research conducted and requirement from the federal sponsor, candidates must be a U.S. citizen.
• Evidence of high potential for excellence in research and development as demonstrated through academic study or experience.
• Experience with conducting research and development.
• Proficiency with the tools germane to field of research.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team in executing upon research projects.

For the rank of Research Associate:
• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline. A lesser degree with significant professional experience in a related discipline may be considered in lieu of the advanced degree.

For the rank of Senior Research Associate:
• Doctorate degree Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline. Advance degree with significant professional experience in a related discipline may be considered in lieu of the doctorate degree.
• Demonstrated excellence in research and development and experience in providing research leadership to programs in these areas.

For the ranks of Research Scientist:
• Doctorate degree Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline. Advance degree with significant professional experience in a related discipline may be considered in lieu of the doctorate degree.
• Experience serving as a principal investigator in a research and development environment and demonstrated leadership in developing and executing research programs.
• Evidence of high potential for excellence in research and development as demonstrated through academic study or experience.
• Experience with conducting research and development and providing research leadership to programs in these areas.

For the ranks of Senior Research Scientist:
• Doctorate degree Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline. Advance degree with significant professional experience in a related discipline may be considered in lieu of the doctorate degree.
• Experience serving as a principal investigator in a research and development environment and demonstrated leadership in developing and executing research programs.
• Evidence of high potential for excellence in research and development as demonstrated through academic study or experience; appointments at the rank of senior research scientist require demonstrated excellence in the leadership of a portfolio of research and development programs.
• Experience with conducting research and development and providing research leadership to programs in these areas.