Postdoctoral Associate Pool FIU Applied Research Center

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About FIU

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni.

U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

The Applied Research Center at Florida International University is seeking candidates for the position of Postdoctoral Associates. FIU’s Post-Doctoral Associate Program is designed to recruit outstanding Ph.D. applicants to assist the organization in meeting its objectives. The applicant’s Ph.D. must have been conferred within one to three years prior to employment. This assignment is grant funded, and the appointment may be renewed at management's discretion based on excellent work performance and funding availability.

Applications are invited to apply for a postdoctoral associate position, to work on a sponsored research project. The position is fully funded for 1 year initially, with potential extension of 2 or more years depending on funding availability.

• Work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Train, supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students
• Participate in the development of proposals for additional funding in relevant research areas
• Assist in the development of publications, technical reports, monthly, quarterly and year end reports
• Perform other related duties as required or directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position

Screening of applications will occur as positions become available and continue until positions are filled.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening .edu and attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and summary of research specialization. Candidates will be requested to provide names and contact information for at least 3 references who will be contacted as determined by the hiring official. This pool will remain open until September 30th, 2026
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Ph.D. Degree in Robotics, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or closely related disciplines.

• Experience in conducting research and working well within a team
• Strong communication skills
• Publication track record in related areas

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