Florida International University · 11 hours ago
Research Specialist II (ARC Applied Research Center)
Miami, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$75K/yr - $80K/yr
2+ years expFlorida International University is a Top 50 public research university located in Miami. The Research Specialist II will contribute to the design and analysis of data gathering methods in the areas of drones, robotic platforms, and sensor suites, while also overseeing the operation of UAV lab equipment and providing mentorship to students and fellows.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Trains users in equipment operation and laboratory techniques, explains and demonstrates technology and equipment capabilities, operations, limitations, and outcomes
Maintain, calibrate, and deployment tracking and oversight of UAV lab electronic equipment (UAVs, Trimble GPS, sensors, etc.)
Provides input to researchers on collection methods, analysis methods, and data products for projects
Perform all processing steps needed to produce georeferenced orthomosaics with provided software and perform basic analyses
Manage and document all planned flights in accordance with any regulations and standard operating procedures
Performs other necessary field data collection to ensure accuracy of UAV datasets
Oversees day-to-day operation of project and may supervise exempt and non-exempt research and support personnel
Collect spatial datasets using an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to support ongoing research activities at Applied Robotics laboratory
Travels to demonstration sites, including DOE national laboratories and affiliated facilities, to oversee implementation, testing, and support of research deliverables
Provides mentorship and technical guidance to engineering fellows and students, assisting with project execution and workforce development initiatives in alignment with FIU ARC's mission
Develops and tests technology applications, including laboratory prototypes, in-house field testing, and validation leading to demonstrations at partner research and national laboratory sites
Supports the Applied Robotics Laboratory in the design, development, and integration of robotic platforms and sensor suites in support of DOE cooperative agreement projects focused on nuclear decommissioning and environmental cleanups
Collaborates with researchers on long-range plans for project/programs
Assists and/or co-authors publications and present results with Principal Investigator at meetings and/or conferences
Conducts analysis of data and interprets and implements research methodology based on outcome of analysis
Coordinates data collection and screening and verifies the data
Reviews reports and analysis of other researchers, as needed
Modifies and investigates new procedures, techniques, or application of technology integrating new findings in field of study
Contributes to the design of theoretical models, equipment of other avenues for data gathering, and analysis
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field and four (4) years of experience or Master's degree and two (2) years of experience
U.S. Citizenship for federal facility clearance
Preferred
Experience with exercising technology demonstrations
Experience in processing and analyzing different types of remotely sensed data, including Lidar, multi-spectral imagery, and hyperspectral imagery
Demonstrated experience with following software and hardware, including, but not limited to, production: Freefly, PX4, and Ardupilot sUAS systems, Pix4D, Cloud Compare, Solidworks
Experience with software for orthomosaic production using drone imagery
FAA Part 107 certification with at least two (2) years of remote pilot/RPIC experience and at least 100 documented flight hours
Company
Florida International University
Florida International University is an American metropolitan public research university located in Greater Miami.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7.95MKey Investors
National Oceanic and Atmospheric AdministrationUS Department of EnergyNational Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)
2024-10-20Grant· $0.4M
2024-03-28Grant
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Kenneth C. Hall
Senior Vice President of University Advacement and CEO of the FIU Foundation
Pablo Ortiz
Interim Senior Vice President of Advancement and Chief Executive Officer of FIU Foundation
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