"Researcher"

The Ohio State University, College of Engineering, Department of Materials Science and Engineering is seeking a Researcher (Researcher 3). This will be a Senior level Researcher role within the College. This is a Specialized Track role where the work will be achieved through individual efforts as well as participation through project teams. The work done in this role may coordinate, review or influence the work of others within the Department.

Minimum Required Education is a Master's Degree in an Engineering Field, with a PhD in an Engineering Field preferred. Candidate must have 5-6 years of relevant research experience with 6-8 years of relevant research experience preferred.

Researcher should be fully experienced within the Research Laboratory environment. Researcher will serve as a resource and lead for Research Technicians, Graduate Research Associates, Undergraduate Research Assistants and Undergraduate Students. Researcher will apply their industry knowledge and a thorough understanding of the Research being performed to lead research and work independently. Researcher will work on complex research projects of large scope within the Department. Researcher will be able to complete routine work independently; while only requiring general guidance on new research initiatives and projects.

Specific Research Areas that the Researcher will be involved in will include lightweight materials and manufacturing research and Advanced Casting Research.

The Researcher will be responsible for:

• Carrying out research in lightweight materials and manufacturing research lab (LMMRL)
• Leading research projects at Advanced Casting Research Center (ACRC)
• Overseeing and managing lab operations for LMMRL and ACRC
• Prepare proposals for externally funded research in light metals and manufacturing

Required Education: Masters Degree in Materials Science and Engineering

Desired Education: PhD in Materials Science Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Required Experience: 3 years of experience in materials and manufacturing research

Desired Experience: 5-6 years of experience in light metal and manufacturing (casting) research