Post Doc Fellow, Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering

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Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati (UC) Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE; https://ceas.uc.edu/academics/departments/electrical-computer-engineering.html) in the College of Engineering and Applied Science (CEAS) invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow in electrical engineering in the area of sensors and sensor systems. The successful candidate will join the MEMS and Autonomous Integrated Microsystems (AIM) Laboratory (https://eecs.ceas.uc.edu/AIM/) at UC.

Essential Functions

• Performing research in the area of sensors and sensor systems.
• Handling reporting requirements for research contracts.
• Publishing in relevant journals and conference proceedings.
• Helping develop proposals in relevant areas.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

Doctoral Degree in the appropriate field or discipline, or the recognized terminal degree.

Required Experience

Research experience in design, fabrication, and testing of sensors and sensor systems, preferably with electrical/mechanical engineering background and skills on sensor design, fabrication, interfacing, and system integration.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Application Process Information

Applicants should provide:
• A CV including 3 references with names and contact details;
• Academic transcripts; and
• Up to 2 samples of peer-reviewed, lead-author publications

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

 

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

 

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