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The Senior Research Scientist will support the ongoing operation, maintenance, and strategic development of the Computational and Experimental Assessments project. The selected candidate will work on critical national security projects, nuclear deterrence, energy programs, and advanced science and engineering. They will assist in acquiring grants for future projects and coordinate the development of the program.

 Opportunities to Contribute

• Conducts complex independent research into their field of expertise, e.g., rock mechanics.
• Analysis of mechanical properties of rock using advanced instruments and machines.
• Writes and contributes to research publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
• Serves as co-PI on grants and supports ongoing maintenance and strategic development and assists with grant acquisition. 

• Mentors two Ph.D. student researchers and serves on graduate committees.
• Assists with the supervision of the Handin Laboratory for Experimental Rock Deformation.
• Serves as a subject matter expert in their domain.

 Qualifications

• Ph.D. in applicable field.
• Eight years of related experience.
• Ability to move light objects with assistance.
• Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines.

 A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess:

• 10 plus years of Computational and Experimental Assessments.
• Knowledge of National Technology and Engineering Solutions.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally and effectively with staff and interdisciplinary science and engineering teams of varying sizes.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and teamwork skills, with the ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Proficiency in office software and the ability to develop code for analyzing novel instrument data.
• Proficiency in learning and active listening strategies, oral comprehension and expression, and inductive and deductive reasoning.

Salary: $2,264.86/month
Schedule: This is a part time position: 5.2 hours a week.
Please Note: This position is funded through grants and/or contracts that are subject to renewal by the sponsoring agencies. Therefore, continued employment is contingent up on the availability of funding and satisfactory job performance. The term is scheduled to end on 8/31/2029.

What You Need to Do: 
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