Search No. 1172.  Aviation Systems. Research Associate I to Research Associate III. One vacancy, regular, full-time. Private pilot license desirable.  The University of Tennessee Space Institute invites applications for a full-time, Research Associate in the Aviation Systems Program. Candidates for this position are expected to have Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees or higher in engineering (technology degrees do not satisfy this requirement), preferably aerospace engineering. Expertise in any field of aerospace/aeronautical engineering will be considered, such as aerodynamics, flight controls, propulsion, structures, instrumentation, flight systems, and human factors. Flight test/research experience is highly desirable. Duties include support of engineering associated with the design, fabrication, and integration of experimental flight test hardware onto UTSI research aircraft; assisting in the planning and conduct of flight research as a pilot or flight crew member; assisting in the conduct and teaching of academic courses and flight and simulation laboratories; assistance in the acquisition and management of research contracts; and other duties as assigned by Aviation Systems Program Chair. Salary dependent upon education and experience. Applicants should submit their curriculum vita and names of three references to: Dr. Stephen Corda, Program Chair, Aviation Systems Program, The University of Tennessee Space Institute, 411 B. H. Goethert Parkway, MS20, Tullahoma, TN 37388, Phone: (931) 393-7413, E-mail: scorda@utsi.edu. Please reference the position title and number when corresponding about this position.

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Search 1173. Center for Laser Applications. Postdoctoral Research Associate. One vacancy, regular, full-time.  The University of Tennessee Space Institute seeks candidates to fill a post-doctoral fellowship at the Center for Laser Applications of the University of Tennessee Space Institute for interdisciplinary projects involving molecular imprinting and chemical sensing.  A Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field with a record of peer-reviewed publications is required. Applicants should have experience in chemical synthesis, purification, spectroscopy and electrochemistry. A strong background in chemical sensing is preferred. The ideal candidate should be highly motivated with demonstrated ability to carry out independent research.  Interested individuals should submit electronically a complete curriculum vita, and summary of research interests (2-page maximum each), and the names and contact information (including e-mail addresses) of a least three references to: gmurray@utsi.edu. Alternatively, these materials may be submitted to: Dr. George M. Murray, Research Associate Professor, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Tennessee Space Institute, 411 B. H. Goethert Parkway, Tullahoma, TN 37388-9700. Screening will begin around February 1, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled. Please reference the position title and number when corresponding about this position.

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