RESEARCH ASSISTANT SCIENTIST

RESEARCH ASSISTANT SCIENTIST

Job No : 537054

Work Type : Full Time

Location : Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories : Engineering, Physical / Mathematical Sciences

Department : 19020000 - EG-MECHANICAL - AEROSPACE ENG

Job Description

Classification Title :

RESEARCH ASSISTANT SCIENTIST

Classification Minimum Requirements :

Ph.D. in mathematics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.

Job Description :

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering in the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time, time-limited, 12-month, non-tenure track Research Assistant Scientist in the area of Applied Category Theory. The initial appointment is for one year, with reappointment anticipated based on funding and performance.

Duties and responsibilities include the development of new abstractions and algorithms using computational sheaf theory. Such algorithms will be developed for understanding composite energy-driven systems for both learning and dynamical systems. This work will include new approaches to online learning of optimal policies for hierarchical cyber-physical systems, mixing components of learning and physics. Such development includes : ideation, mathematical development, Lyapunov-based analysis, executing simulations and experiments, and disseminating research findings. The candidate is expected to perform some research efforts as the lead and also collaborate in mentoring doctoral students in collaborative research efforts.

The University of Florida is the flagship campus of the State of Florida university system and is ranked as one of the best public US university according to the Wall Street Journal. UF is currently ranked as one of the best public universities, 6th

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according to the 2024 U.S. News & World Report of Best Colleges. UF is home to HiPerGator, which ranks 3

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among university supercomputers in the nation. In addition, the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering is currently implementing a major expansion of faculty and state-of-the-art research and education facilities with a focus on AI. The Malachowsky Hall for Data Science & Information Technology, a 260,000 sq feet facility that serves as the hub for Artificial Intelligence, opened in Fall 2023. The College will reach 300 faculty members this year. For more information about our college initiatives, please visit http : / / eng.ufl.edu . UF is committed to equal educational and employment opportunity and access.

Expected Salary :

Salary to commensurate with education and experience

Required Qualifications :

Ph.D. in mathematics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.

Preferred :

Ideal applicants should possess a strong background in one or more of the following areas : nonlinear (Lyapunov-based) analysis tools, sheaf theory, applied category theory, software skills, including familiarity with high-performance computing, and strong writing and communication skills.

Special Instructions to Applicants :

This is a time-limited position.

Applicants will be reviewed immediately and will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled. You must apply through UFCareers via https : / / jobs.hr.ufl.edu - (Job #537054). The application consists of attached PDF files of the following required documents : 1. Cover letter (summary, introduction related to hiring emphasis areas) 2. Curriculum vitae (including a 1-page CV highlights) 3. Names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of no less than three and up to five references. Additional documents should be uploaded as one PDF to the “other documents” selection in the application. 4. Research Statement (including identification of any current synergies with UF and project). The anticipated start date for this position is January 2026. With some flexibility for a later start date based on individual needs. For further questions, please contact Warren Dixon (wdixon@ufl.edu) .

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

If accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

University of Florida is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit.

Application must be submitted by 11 : 55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required :

No

Applications Close : 12 November 2025

To apply, visit https : / / explore.jobs.ufl.edu / en-us / job / 537054

Our Commitment :

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

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