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Research Associate- (Part- time)

Research Associate- (Part- time)

New York University

New York, NY • On-site

$30.77/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 9 days ago

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Part-Time Research Associate
New York University Tandon School of Engineering
Description: The Dynamical Systems Laboratory (DSL) at NYU Tandon School of Engineering is looking for a part-time Research Associate to join our interdisciplinary team and contribute to the lab's applied research.
New York University (NYU) is one of the top private universities in the United States, and the Tandon School of Engineering, located in Brooklyn, NY, is deeply committed to excellence in teaching and learning. The DSL was established seventeen years ago by Prof. Maurizio Porfiri (Institute Professor at Tandon School of Engineering and Director of the Center for Urban Science and Progress, with appointments at the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, the Department of Biomedical Engineering, the Department of Civil and Urban Engineering, and the Center for Urban Science and Progress). The DSL is home to a highly collaborative and vibrant group of young scholars with complementary expertise across theory, experiments, and computations.
Expectations:
The successful candidate will have a demonstrated background in mathematical modeling, data science, and/or experimental methods on interdisciplinary research topics as exemplified by a strong publication record. Candidates will contribute to one or multiple research projects. Our research seeks to elucidate the causes of firearm-related harms in cities, understand human mobility patterns on different scales (such as commuting and migration), develop robotic-based assistive technologies for the visually impaired to navigate urban environments, and assist communities in the aftermath of natural disasters through bio-inspired solutions. Whether working on criminology, mobility, health, or disaster-related research, candidates should thrive in quantitative, hypothesis-driven research with high impact. Beyond conducting research in the broad area of urban science, candidates will be responsible for mentoring undergraduate students, leading outreach activities, and supporting proposal writing and grantsmanship.
Salary range
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rate for this position will be $30.77 per hour for 27 hours per week. This position is for 1 year, with an opportunity to renew subject to availability of funds. .
Qualifications
  • M.S. with expertise in engineering, mathematics, physics, or a related field;
  • Outstanding English language oral and written communication skills;
  • A strong work ethic with the ability to work independently as well as in a research group;
  • A strong interest in becoming a leader, conducting interdisciplinary research with collaborators in other fields, and mentoring students;
  • Evidence of good project/laboratory management skills.

Application Instructions
Applicants should submit, as one pdf, the following information:
  • an up-to-date CV that includes a complete list of publications,
  • a research statement that describes their interest and goals and how their research relates to this position,
  • brief cover letter, explaining your interest and fit for the position;
  • names and contact information for three references (submitted by recommenders (not by the candidate).

All application materials should be submitted electronically via Interfolio and to: Maurizio Porfiri at mporfiri@nyu.edu.
Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and will continue until the position is filled. Expected start date is: January 2026.

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Since its founding in 1831, NYU has been an innovator in higher education, reaching out to an emerging middle class, embracing an urban identity and professional focus, and promoting a global vision that informs its 20 schools and colleges. Today, that trailblazing spirit makes NYU one of the most prominent and respected research universities in the world, featuring top-ranked academic programs and accepting fewer than one in eight undergraduates. Anchored in New York City and with degree-granting campuses in Abu Dhabi and Shanghai as well as 12 study away sites throughout the world, NYU is a leader in global education, with more international students and more students studying abroad than any other US university.

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