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Position Title Research Assistant - Physics and Engineering (Radio Science) Non-Discrimination Statement
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Department Physics & Engineering Job Purpose
The Department of Physics and Engineering at The University of Scranton seeks a motivated and skilled Research Assistant to support cutting-edge research in radio science and geospace instrumentation. This position is ideal for an individual with a strong background in electrical engineering and an enthusiasm for experimental space physics and amateur radio applications.
The successful candidate will provide both laboratory management and hands-on research engineering support to faculty- and grant-funded projects.
Essential Duties
- Manage day-to-day operations of the research laboratory, including equipment maintenance, inventory, grant spending and budgeting, and safety compliance
- Assist in the design, assembly, deployment, and testing of ground-based geospace and ionospheric instrumentation
- Develop, configure, and operate radio science hardware and software systems, including amateur radio equipment, sensors, and data acquisition platforms
- Support data collection, analysis, and archiving for ongoing research projects
- Collaborate with faculty, graduate students, undergraduate students, and external partners on sponsored research initiatives
- Contribute to technical documentation, project reports, and dissemination of results (presentations, publications, and outreach activities)
- Provide technical mentoring and training to students engaged in laboratory research
- Liaise with departmental staff as needed to assist in daily operations of research laboratory
Requirements Additional Skills Required Minimum Education Requirements
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related field
Preferred Requirements Preferred Education Minimum Job Experience Requirements
- Experience with ground-based geospace or atmospheric instrumentation (e.g., ionosondes, magnetometers, HF/VHF/UHF receivers, GNSS systems)
- Current Amateur Radio License (Technician Class or higher)
- Demonstrated skills in laboratory instrumentation, electronics, and data acquisition systems
- Proficiency with common engineering tools, test equipment, and software for circuit/system design and analysis
Preferred Qualifications - Experience with software-defined radios (SDRs), digital signal processing, or radio frequency (RF) engineering (preferred)
- Familiarity with Linux-based systems, scripting (Python, MATLAB), or scientific data analysis (preferred).
- Prior experience working on collaborative research projects in physics, engineering, or space weather (preferred)
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team (preferred)
Years of Experience University Classification Paraprofessional FLSA Classification Non-Exempt Schedule/Work Hours Position is 35 hours per week and is flexible; however, must be available for required events and meetings as needed. Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Annual Schedule 12
Posting Details
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Special Instructions to Applicants Posting Number S0976P Open Date 10/02/2025 Close Date 10/23/2025 Open Until Filled No
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Full time, Part time, Work at office, Flexible hours,