Job Description

Principal Research Scientist

About the Opportunity

We are looking for a highly motivated Research Projects Leader and Director of Operations to oversee all stages of MEMS and microsystem platforms development. The successful candidate will coordinate PhD students, postdocs, and researchers across multiple projects to ensure resources are used efficiently and project goals are met. In this role, you will interface with program managers to provide updates on project progress and ensure that deliverables are generated in a timely fashion. Additionally, you will oversee and direct the dissemination of project results through journal and conference articles. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in micro-sensing technologies and a proven track record of leading successful research projects. You should have excellent project management and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and lead a team of researchers towards common goals. The ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders is also essential.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Physics or a related field is required.
• At least 3 years of experience leading research projects is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with cleanroom and microfabrication is required.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment are essential.
• Preferred experience in piezoelectric materials characterization and design.
• Proficiency in FE software (COMSOL) and programming languages (MATLAB, Python, etc.) is highly desirable

Position Type


Research



Additional Information


Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.


Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information.


Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.


All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.


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About Northeastern University

Founded in 1898, Northeastern University is a private research university located in the heart of Boston. Northeastern is a leader in worldwide experiential learning, urban engagement, and interdisciplinary research that meets global and societal needs. Our broad mix of experience-based education programs?our signature cooperative education program, as well as student research, service learning, and global learning?build the connections that enable students to transform their lives. The University offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in nine colleges and schools.

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