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What is the difference between Contractual Engineering Postdoc vs Research Engineer?

AspectContractual Engineering PostdocResearch Engineer
Required CredentialsPhD in Engineering or related fieldBachelor's or Master's in Engineering, with relevant experience
Work EnvironmentAcademic or research institutions, labsIndustry settings, R&D departments
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research centersTech companies, manufacturing firms
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Contractual Engineering Postdoc typically involves academic research with a focus on advancing knowledge in engineering, often funded by grants and lasting for a fixed term. In contrast, a Research Engineer works within industry R&D teams, applying engineering principles to develop products or solutions. Both roles require strong technical skills, but the Postdoc emphasizes research and publication, while the Research Engineer focuses on practical application and product development.

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow (CONTRACTUAL)

Morgan State University

Baltimore, MD

$19 - $23/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Posting Summary
Job Title Postdoctoral Research Fellow (CONTRACTUAL) Division Divison of Academic Affairs Department Transportation & Urban Infrastructure Studies Work Status Full Time Position Category Contractual FLSA Exempt Pay Range Contractual Salary Range $19.00 - $23.00 / hour Fund Source Federal/Grant Job Summary
The postdoctoral candidate is expected to work on emerging mobility technologies focused on connected automated vehicles and cybersecurity. The research will combine AI/machine learning, cybersecurity and control theory to advance knowledge on automated vehicle control and their resilience to cyberattacks. The postdoctoral researcher will play a leading role in developing research concepts and performing rigorous analytical research under the supervision of PI. The candidate will participate in other ongoing research activities within the areas of connected and automated vehicles and intelligent transportation systems and develop new research ideas on emerging mobility.
Job Duties
  • Manage multiple projects on emerging mobility under the supervision/guidance of the PI
  • Publish/write research articles and write proposals for external funding
  • Advance research at the intersection of AI, cybersecurity and control theory
  • Help mentor graduate and undergraduate students
  • Participate in other ongoing research activities within the areas of connected and automated vehicles and intelligent transportation systems
Requested Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Transportation Systems Engineering or a related field from an accredited university.
Other Preferences for Consideration Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, Matlab, and/or C#, C++
  • Knowledge of connected and automated vehicles control
  • Knowledge of Intelligent Transportation systems
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ST01539 Number of Vacancies 1 Job Open Date 06/03/2026 Application Review Date Job Close Date 08/03/2026 Special Instructions to Applicant
Please upload the following documentation to your application, prior to submission:
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research Statement
  • Transcripts (all academic)
  • List contact information for three professional references within the reference page of the application

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