Research Associate 5

All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page. Job Posting Title: Research Associate 5 Position Type: Other Academic Department: LSUAM Engineering - School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (Shuangqing Wei (00007502)) Work Location: 3325 Patrick F. Taylor Hall Pay Grade: Job Description: The Research Associate 5 candidate for the Electrical and Computer Engineering department will manage, oversee, and design engineering simulations, experiments and/or tests and collect data to ensure data integrity/control. Conduct research to identify solutions for data-driven modeling, communications, and networking of distributed maritime operations undertaken by both surface and underwater marine vehicles. Provides direct management support in initiating and developing contacts with grant/contract agencies and sources and in developing funding sources. 60% Conduct research on modeling, communications, networking, and machine learning techniques for distributed maritime operations undertaken by both surface and underwater marine vehicles. Design algorithmic and software tools for decision making, communications, networking, and intelligent autonomous operations. Maintain currency of knowledge regarding relevant state-of-the-art technologies, equipment, systems, and machine learning methods. 35% Manage and supervise graduate students and coordinate research activities within the project task groups. Support the development of research proposals and oversee the preparation of monthly and quarterly reports associated with the task groups led under the project. Manage and coordinate project roles, research tasks, and technical deliverables. 5% Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in mechanical, electrical, or computer engineering, computer science, or robotics and 2 years of related experience as a research assistant in an area relevant to this position. Degree Substitute: Ph.D in related field. Preferred Qualifications Ph.D in mechanical, electrical, or computer engineering, computer science, or robotics and 4 years of related experience. This position is not eligible for sponsorship. Additional Job Description: Special Instructions: Please attach three professional references and a copy of transcripts when applying. Official Transcripts required prior to hire. For questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Shuangqing Wei at swei@lsu.edu. This position is considered a research or research-related support position and must undergo screenings per RS 17. Posting Date: May 28, 2026 Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): November 24, 2026 Additional Position Information: Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more! Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. 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