Associate Research Engineer/UK IDEA at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

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University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

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Job Title	Associate Research Engineer/UK IDEA
Requisition Number	RE47319
Working Title	Associate Research Engineer on Bench Scale Dual Looping CO2 Capture and DAC Hub Projects
Department Name	8H755:UK IDEA
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Grade Level	46
Salary Range	$52,021-85,800/year
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	MS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience	No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification	None
Physical Requirements	To meet project requirements, lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects, climb stairs and ladders, work outdoors, wear all PPE, sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, repetitive motion tasks, exposure to loud noises, temperature extremes, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste and risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job.
Shift	Monday – Friday typical working hours, for example 8:30am – 5:00pm. Some nights and weekends shift work may also be required to meet project demands..
Job Summary	Are you ready to be part of cutting-edge research at the heart of one of the nation’s premier institutions? The Institute for Decarbonization and Energy Advancement (IDEA) at the University of Kentucky (UK) is on the lookout for dynamic and innovative researchers to join our world top tier team with a positive, motivating and rewarding working environment, modeled as a 21st century “Bell Laboratory” on emissions and sustainability. This is an opportunity to participate on projects 3–5 years in length, initially, and implement your ideas from conception to demonstration and ultimately to scale-up and commercialization. About Us: At UK IDEA, we pride ourselves on tackling some of the most pressing environmental and energy challenges. Our institute, backed by a rich history since 2006 and currently funded at $5-7M annually, is at the forefront of research innovation. Recently ranked No. 6 on the 2023 list of America’s Best Large Employers by Forbes, and recognized as a Great College to Work For, for five consecutive years, the University of Kentucky provides an exceptional work environment. Read more about the group’s accomplishments at: http://uknow.uky.edu/research/unique-public-private-researchconsortium-established-caer-co2-capture-pioneers. Benefits Beyond Compare: When you join our team, you not only become part of groundbreaking research but also gain access to a comprehensive benefits package. Enjoy a 200 percent match on eligible retirement contributions, competitive health, dental, and vision coverage, tuition benefits for classes at UK, and more. About this Position: This role will support the project manager to meet milestones and other requirements by contributing to project execution, reporting, milestones, deliverables, and success criteria. Duties and ResponsibilitiesActing as Bench Unit Operating Engineer Independently executes subtasks and leads sub-tasks level activities on projects and ensure timely delivery on project milestones as assigned by task leads and or PI/PM. On UK’s bench-scale or other field unit, operating the unit, taking measurements, recording observations, collecting samples, compiling and process data. Ensuring equipment functionality to produce continuous data quality to accomplish project goals. Provide engineering support to the team to find and implement solutions to problems encountered within project scope and budget, including creating and maintaining unit records and SOPs. Responsible for sample analyses, data reduction, quality and communication as needed. Leads technical support staff, to modify, assemble, construct, and calibrate process development units/equipment per project specification. Responsible for inventory and supplies, procurement, storage, and logging of supplies and equipment to fulfill the project needs. Responsible for handling, identification, packaging and storage of materials/samples. As a contributing author Contributes to the analysis of test information and data. Contributes data/findings for use in scholarly output. Performs data acquisition and reduction. Provides monthly reports and presentations. Job Requirements Occasional shift work, as assigned, to meet project requirements. Be able to work in Lexington offices on a daily basis with occasional travel to job sites, putting in full days of work. Maintains knowledge of and follows all UK, group and host site policies and procedures Adept at computer and engineering software use. Ability to gain knowledge of chemical process and laboratory equipment. Ability to communicate effectively orally, written. Ability to gain knowledge of engineering research principles, practices and protocols. Has regular meeting and training attendance. Accepts other responsibilities, as assigned or as needed. Maintains positive interaction with colleagues and external contacts. Maintains a clean, clutter-free, organized, professional work/laboratory spaces and office environments. Frequent unsolicited reporting of progress and results, daily or weekly. Why Join Us: At UK IDEA, you will experience rewarding and fulfilling work with high job satisfaction, intellectual stimulation, and opportunities for performance-based promotions. Collaborate with globally recognized researchers, enjoy flexibility in pursuing personal research interests, and be part of a vibrant and growing research institute. Qualifications: The ideal candidate must be safety conscious, self-motivated, reliable and able to work in multiple locations. It is vital that this position collaborates with fellow researchers and has the ability to work both independently and with a team. Because of compelling public safety requirements, this position may require preemployment drug screening and follow-up random drug and alcohol screenings. Seize this opportunity to be at the forefront of research excellence at the University of Kentucky! Apply now to be a part of our innovative team and contribute to a sustainable and prosperous future. The Department of Energy (DOE) requires that all foreign nationals associated with this grant be submitted for review and consideration. The successful candidate will be expected to satisfy the outlined requirements for foreign nationals. A “foreign national” is defined by DOE as any person who is not a U.S. citizen by birth or naturalization. To further understand the details of these requirements, please go to: https://www.directives.doe.gov/directivesdocuments/100-series/0142.3-BOrder-b/@@images/file
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply	09/25/2024
Our University Community	We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.

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