Senior Project Scientist (Two Positions)

The Office of Research at Old Dominion University is seeking candidates for two Senior Project Scientist (full-time, 12 month) positions. This position conducts and supervises basic and applied research in the areas of modeling, simulation and visualization. The incumbent may serve as principal investigator or co-principal investigator for sponsored research projects and is responsible for the proper completion of statements of work under delivery orders or contracts.

Required Education: Master’s degree in computer science, computer programming, information technology, engineering or other related STEM discipline or a bachelor’s degree in the same fields of study with equivalent related experience to equate to a master’s degree.

Required Qualifications: Considerable experience related to research or program/project management in a University or research center environment. Considerable knowledge of the disciplinary field and the ability to relate this knowledge to various phenomena under study. Considerable knowledge of the design and development process for performing individual research focused on the application of modeling, simulation, and visualization. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to develop and conduct independent research including opportunity identification, proposal preparation and award management as project manager or principal investigator. Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment and decision-making. Demonstrated ability to adapt policies, procedures and methods to fit unusual or complex situations. The judgment to set priorities, evaluates results, and coordinates work with others. Demonstrate ability to prepare written correspondence, technical reports, proposals and other pertinent documents as they relate to research. Demonstrate ability to schedule and set priorities.

Review Date: This position closes on March 20, 2020.