Research Scientist (Temporary, Part-Time) – Rheology and Materials Processing , Chemical Engineeri

Job Description

The Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science invites applications for a Research Scientist – Rheology and Materials Processing (temporary, part-time) position to support advanced experimental instruction and research activities associated with CHE 685: AI and Machine Learning for Industrial Applications: Innovations in Rheology and Material Processing.

This position involves operation, supervision, and mentoring in the use of advanced rheological characterization, mechanical testing, and extrusion processing equipment.

The successful candidate will contribute to laboratory instruction, experimental design, data analysis, and preparation of scholarly publications arising from student research.

This appointment will also support intensive student laboratory training activities scheduled for June 2026.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide advanced laboratory instruction on the operation and scientific principles of:

– Rotational rheometers
– Instron mechanical testing systems
– Extrusion and materials processing equipment

• Supervise undergraduate and graduate students conducting experiments on polymeric gels, hydrogels, and complex fluids relevant to biomedical and industrial applications.

• Mentor students in:

– Experimental design
– Data acquisition and interpretation
– Rheological analysis
– Scientific report preparation

• Assist in the preparation of scholarly publications arising from student research activities.

• Ensure safe laboratory operation and compliance with laboratory safety protocols.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or closely related field, by time of appointment

• Demonstrated expertise in rheology and processing of complex fluids, including:

– Polymer melts
– Suspensions
– Hydrogels

• Experience with rheological instrumentation and mechanical testing systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience mentoring students in laboratory research

• Experience with extrusion or polymer processing equipment

• Experience publishing in rheology, biomaterials, or materials processing

• Familiarity with data analysis tools (Python, MATLAB, or similar)

Appointment Details

This is a temporary, part-time hourly position.

Department
Highly Filled Materials

Compensation Range
In compliance with the New Jersey Wage Transparency Act, the hourly base range for this position is $50.00-$50.00.

This range represents the University’s good faith estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Stevens Institute of Technology determines compensation based on factors including the position’s scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s experience, education, skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational considerations.

The final salary will be set considering departmental budget, qualifications, and relevant credentials.

This pay range represents base pay o...