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  • Fuel Cell Research Scientist

    Acro Service Corp 4.8company rating

    Graduate research assistant job in Ann Arbor, MI

    Job Title: Fuel Cell Research Scientist PhD Degree Duration: 12 Months Contract (Possibility of extension) Payrate: $45-$51 per hour on w2 basis without any benefits/no holidays/no vacations Job Description: To support the research and development of next generation fuel cell technologies, our client is currently seeking a highly motivated candidate to fill a position as a Fuel Cell Research Scientist. This position is currently in one year renewal basis with anticipation of 3+ years of research opportunity. Responsibilities: The successful candidate should have direct knowledge and experience in synthesizing electrocatalysts and fabricating MEAs/CCMs for fuel cells or PEM water electrolyzer. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Design and synthesize nano-sized PGM ORR catalysts for low-temperature fuel cells. Conduct half-cell measurements using Rotating Disk Electrode (RDE) and full-cell testing using Membrane Electrode Assemblies (MEAs) Perform Accelerated Stress Tests (AST) to evaluate durability, including catalyst dissolution and carbon support corrosion Support related projects, involving water electrolysis projects, as needed. Prepare and evaluate technical plans, reports, presentations, and proposals to support project success Requirements: Qualifications: Ph.D. or equivalent in in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with 4 years or more of related experience Solid knowledge on electrocatalyst synthesis, MEA fabrication and testing for fuel cells and/or water electrolyzer Hands-on experience on synthesis and characterization of non-PGM catalysts and/or OER catalysts is preferred Demonstrated ability to work efficiently within a multidisciplinary team Thank you!
    $45-51 hourly 3d ago
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  • Optics Research Scientist / Technologist (E)

    KLA Corporation 4.4company rating

    Graduate research assistant job in Ann Arbor, MI

    KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us. Group/Division The Office of the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) plays a critical role in developing advanced long-range technology in collaboration with product divisions and strategic marketing, working on future technology like light sources, lasers, and sensors. We are engaged in the research and development process, and once the technology is mature, we partner with product engineering groups who then build products based on the technology we've developed. The Office of the CTO also provides technical input into KLA's strategic planning process, program reviews and Product Life Cycle (PLC) phases. We provide our broad technology expertise and cross-division experience to ensure we leverage the collective knowledge within our company. Job Description/Preferred Qualifications Optics Research Scientist / Technologist are core to KLA's technology, while we do not currently have an opening, we are always building our Optics Research Scientist / Technologists talent community, we are interested in learning about your background. Apply to this posting for Future Opportunities with KLA. Job Responsibilities/Duties The successful candidate will join a high-caliber team of technologists in the CTO group driving innovation in the areas of sensors, sources, and optics. The responsibilities of the technology program manager in the TAP group entail: Work closely with strategic suppliers in the design, development and manufacturing of advanced optical systems. Support projects from R&D to production escalations. Engage with KLA technologist at the architecture stage and provide relevant technical input related to optics supplier selection, technical risk assessment and manufacturability. Provide support for the development of prototype optical elements and coatings through modeling, prototyping and detailed test plans. Develop supplier technology roadmap to enable KLA's product roadmap * Provide leadership and continuity of relationship with technology supplier * Be accountable for technology success from R&D to Production. * Drive coordination between CTO, Divisions, and other teams * Provide R&D support and strategize new requests from divisions. * Support technology prototyping, problem solving and risk mitigation. Required Qualifications * PhD or MS in Optics, Physics, EE or related field with a minimum of 5 years relevant industry experience. * Experience in optical inspection and metrology systems * Must be respected as a subject matter expert in their field coupled with a track record of collaborating across teams to achieve a common goal * Technical expertise in coatings including coating designs, coating processes, coating materials is highly desired. * Hands-on experience with optical material characterization, thin film coating systems and technologies. Ability to troubleshoot and problem solving. * Must have good communication and collaboration skills, experience with customer presentations and ability to resolve conflicts. * Ability to travel up to 10% internationally Preferred Qualifications * Knowledge of DUV/UV optics suppliers, coating equipment manufacturers. * Familiarity with thin film metrology methods (e.g. Spectroscopy, Ellipsometry, SEM/TEM, AFM, EDS, and XRD, etc.) and defect analysis. * Understanding of photo-contamination control, cleanroom protocols, and optics cleaning/surface preparation techniques. * Knowledge of lasers and understanding of laser damage threshold and DUV degradation mechanisms. Minimum Qualifications Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 5 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 12 years Base Pay Range: $180,000.00 - $306,000.00 Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA KLA's total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process. KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at ************************** or at *************** to request accommodation. Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees. KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA's Careers website for legitimate job postings. KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers. If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to ************************** to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.
    $90k-111k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Healthcare AI/ML Researcher

    Optech 4.6company rating

    Graduate research assistant job in Detroit, MI

    Why work at OpTech? OpTech is a woman-owned company that values your ideas, encourages your growth, and always has your back. When you work at OpTech, not only do you get health and dental benefits, but you also have training opportunities, flexible/remote work options, growth opportunities, 401K and competitive pay. Apply today! To view our complete list of openings, pleas e visit our website at ***************** JOB SUMMARY: We are seeking a Healthcare AI/ML Researcher to drive innovative machine learning and AI research within the healthcare organization. The ideal candidate will design, develop, and validate novel AI/ML models using healthcare data to improve clinical, operational, and population health outcomes. This role blends advanced quantitative methods, healthcare domain knowledge, and applied research to develop solutions that can be deployed at scale. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: * Conduct research on advanced AI and machine learning methods applicable to healthcare data (claims, EHRs, imaging, genomics, or population health datasets). * Develop, implement, and evaluate novel ML algorithms for predictive modeling, NLP, reinforcement learning, and deep learning tasks. * Collaborate with data scientists, ML engineers, clinical experts, and product teams to translate research into actionable solutions. * Design experiments and validation pipelines to ensure model robustness, fairness, and clinical relevance. * Publish research findings in academic journals, conferences, or internal white papers. * Stay current with state-of-the-art AI/ML techniques and healthcare research. * Support AI governance, explainability, and compliance requirements for research-to-production models. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: * PhD or Master's in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Computational Biology, or a related quantitative field. * Strong background in machine learning, deep learning, reinforcement learning, NLP, or related AI techniques. * Experience working with healthcare data (EHRs, claims, imaging, clinical trials, or genomics) preferred. * Strong programming skills in Python, R, TensorFlow, or PyTorch. * Proven research experience (publications, conference presentations, or open-source contributions). * Ability to communicate complex research to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Experience in healthcare AI/ML projects in insurance, clinical, or population health domains. * Familiarity with HIPAA, data privacy, and regulatory compliance in healthcare. * Experience with model deployment pipelines, MLOps, or AI governance. * Collaborative experience bridging research and applied product development. OpTech is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, status as a parent, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics as defined by federal, state or local laws. ************************************************* dE
    $62k-108k yearly est. 14d ago
  • Connected Vehicle Researcher - Vehicular System and Applications

    General Motors 4.6company rating

    Graduate research assistant job in Warren, MI

    **Hybrid:** This position is located in Warren, MI & requires an employee to be onsite 3-4 times per week. **Who You Are:** As a member of the Connected Vehicle Experience Research Lab, you will be working with the Connected Vehicle System group. You will be applying your expertise in connected and autonomous vehicles, wireless communication, infotainment, robotics, and data science for developing innovative approaches to enhance customer experience through wireless connectivity. As a researcher in this group, you will implement your solutions in wireless communication and publish your research findings in peer-reviewed journals to extend the reach of General Motors' development of next-generation technology. This will also include interfacing with universities, research institutes, and other advanced technology laboratories to build a network for amplifying your research. **What You Do:** + Develop connected vehicle systems and applications for safety, infotainment, and robotics + Develop and implement new vehicular applications and services in prototyping systems + Develop and implement vehicular network protocols prototyping systems. Preferably, a candidate should be able to implement research ideas in functioning wireless prototypes on GM research vehicles or robotic systems + Customize operating systems and software architectures that facilitate and support vehicular communication applications + Evaluate and analyze the developed protocols, systems and application services either via extensive simulations or via empirical experimental measurements + Participate in government-funded research work, such as the USDOT collaboration projects + Document research work through internal and external publications + Facilitate technology transfer via active participation in cross-functional teams **What You Need:** + U.S. Citiznship + Master's degree in computer science or electrical engineering + Research experience in at least one of the following areas: mobile systems and applications, wireless communication, wireless network protocols, cyber-physical systems, wireless sensor network, intelligent transportation system, data science, or other related areas + Strong theoretical, experimental or software programming skills **What Would be Even Better:** + PhD degree in a related area + Hands-on experience building empirical systems to develop connected vehicle systems + Hands-on experience with cloud and edge computing + Hands-on experience with socket programming + Experience with data analysis or AI/Machine Learning for engineering applications. + Demonstrates leadership in field of study, extra-curricular activities, or service organizations This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate. **About GM** Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all. **Why Join Us** We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team. **Benefits Overview** From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources (************************************************************* . **Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)** General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire (********************************************* . **Accommodations** General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email (Careers.Accommodations@GM.com) us or call us at ************. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying. We are leading the change to make our world better, safer and more equitable for all through our actions and how we behave. Learn more about: **Our Company (************************************************** **Our Culture** **How we hire (************************************************ Our diverse team of employees bring their collective passion for engineering, technology and design to deliver on our vision of a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion. We are looking for adventure-seekers and imaginative thought leaders to help us transform mobility. Explore our global locations (******************************************** We are determined to lead change for the world through technology, ingenuity and harnessing the creativity of our diverse team. Join us to help lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all by becoming a member of GM's Talent Community (beamery.com) (*********************************************** . As a part of our Talent Community, you will receive updates about GM, open roles, career insights and more. Please note that filling out the form below will not add you to our Talent Community automatically; you will need to use the link above. If you are seeking to apply to a specific role, we encourage you to click "Apply Now" on the job posting of interest. The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at Careers.Accommodations@GM.com .In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
    $107k-145k yearly est. 49d ago
  • Research Assistant

    Oakland University 4.6company rating

    Graduate research assistant job in Rochester, MI

    Employee's Effective Start Date 11/24/2025 If this is a Temporary position, provide end date or enter N/A for any other position type. 01/31/2026 Minimum Qualifications * Studies in Mechanical Engineering. Desired Qualifications Master's or doctoral studies in Mechanical Engineering. Position Purpose The study of computational studies. Job Duties This project is focused on computationally studying how solid particles suspended in a gas settle under gravity, with an interest in characterizing the behavior of how volcanic debris particles settle following an eruption. The specific tasks the student will be engaging in include: running an existing code on OU's high performance computing cluster, Matilda, post processing results using MATLAB and visualizing results with the software VisIT. In addition, the student will contribute to writing the manuscript that will result from this work. Job Open Date 12/03/2025 Job Close Date 01/31/2026 Open Until Filled No
    $46k-62k yearly est. 54d ago
  • Research Assistant I (2683)

    Dm Clinical Research Group

    Graduate research assistant job in Southfield, MI

    The Research Assistant I will be responsible for assisting the clinical research staff in conducting clinical research trials. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Completing DMCR-required training, including GCP and IATA. Maintaining a working knowledge of current FDA regulations, GCP/ICH guidelines, organizational SOPs, guidance documents, and study protocols. Assisting in the collection and recording of patient data per Sponsor requirements via the respective EDC system. Timely and accurately assist in collection, management, and shipment of subjects' samples, and/or specimens Completing Sponsor-required training prior to study-start, including, but not limited to Sponsor-provided and IRB-approved protocol All amendments Investigator Brochure Sponsor-specified EDC and/or IVRS This includes completing the above-mentioned training prior to any study-related procedures being conducted on that said protocol should the RA be added to a protocol post-study start. Maintaining clear, concise, accurate, and legible records. Being prepared for and available at all required company meetings and monitoring visits for their assigned protocols at their respective site(s). Utilizing the most recent version of the Protocol, Informed Consent, and Investigator Brochures at their respective site(s). Assisting in the compilation and organization of all regulatory and administrative binders for their assigned protocols at their respective site(s) upon initial receipt of and wherever applicable. Assisting in the creation of source documents for their assigned protocols at their respective site(s). Conducting patient visits. Assisting in reporting Adverse and Serious Adverse Events to the appropriate authorities per Sponsor. Assisting in addressing and resolving issues from internal/external audits and monitoring letters for all assigned protocols at their respective site(s) in a timely manner. Assists with all other aspects of the study and conducts as needed. Any other matters as assigned by management. KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Education: High school diploma or equivalent required Experience: Prior experience in clinical research is not required but preferred Credentials: Phlebotomist certificate preferred Medical Assistant Certification preferred Knowledge & Skills: Knowledge of medical terminology required Must be detail-oriented and demonstrate attention to detail Excellent customer service skills Excellent computer skills
    $32k-52k yearly est. 16d ago
  • Research Assistant

    Civia Health

    Graduate research assistant job in Shelby, MI

    Job Type: Full-time, non-exempt Reports to: Executive Director, Head of Site Operations Join Us at Civia Health At Civia Health, Research Assistants play a key role in supporting clinical research operations and ensuring an exceptional experience for trial participants. We're looking for a reliable, proactive team player who's eager to grow in the world of clinical trials and contribute to meaningful, life-changing research. At Civia Health, you're not just taking a job: You're joining a mission to transform the way clinical research is done. Our purpose is bold: to bring clinical trials front and center in your community, make them accessible to everyday people, and empower underrepresented communities to participate. We're reinventing how clinical studies are run, delivering valid, scalable evidence with a consumer-first mindset. Too often, trials are expensive, fragmented, and overlook the experience of the participant. At Civia, we're changing that. Our leadership team are experienced industry leading, visionary professionals who know what's broken - and how to fix it. We treat participants like valued partners, not research subjects. That means supporting their agency, putting their needs, comfort, and enjoyment first - and rewarding them generously for their time and effort. What It Means to Work at Civia Every team member plays a crucial role in reshaping clinical research. You'll help make studies more human-centered, inclusive, and efficient. We're looking for people who are driven by purpose, inspired by innovation, and ready to roll up their sleeves to do meaningful work. At Civia, your contributions aren't just transactional, they're transformational . What You'll Do Support study coordination by preparing visit materials and assisting with scheduling. Perform data entry, filing, and documentation of clinical trial activities. Escort participants, collect vitals, and assist with specimen processing/phlebotomy. Ensure exam rooms and supplies are prepared for each study visit. Help maintain regulatory binders and source documents. Work closely with coordinators, nurses, and investigators to facilitate smooth study execution. Occasional travel may be required for audits, site visits, or team meetings. What You Bring Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in healthcare or research-related field. Prior experience in a clinical or research setting preferred. Phlebotomy, blood collection and processing experience required. Strong organizational and multitasking skills. Excellent attention to detail and communication skills. Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards. Eagerness to learn and contribute as part of a collaborative team. What We Offer Competitive compensation Medical, dental, and vision insurance Generous PTO and paid holidays Flexible scheduling options Professional development and continuing education support A mission-driven team that values respect, inclusion, and innovation Ready to Make an Impact? Mission with Meaning: Be part of a purpose-led team committed to health equity and real-world impact. Startup Energy, Proven Expertise: Work fast, adapt quickly, and help build something new; guided by seasoned visionary professionals who've seen what needs to change. People First Culture: We care deeply about our patients, participants, and each other. Collaboration, transparency, and bold, straight-talking are core to how we work. Invested in Your Growth: We don't just hire for today; we're building the leaders and changemakers of tomorrow. If you're ready to be part of something meaningful-and work with people who care deeply about doing good work-apply today by submitting your resume and cover letter to the link above. We're excited to learn more about you!
    $32k-52k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Psychology Post-Doctoral Fellow

    Bluetree Behavioral Health

    Graduate research assistant job in Saint Clair Shores, MI

    Job DescriptionSalary: Behavioral Health Clinician - Psychology Post-Doctoral Fellow We are an outpatient mental health clinic that provides data-informed and research-supported therapy and evaluation services for individuals of all ages. We specialize in providing care for anxiety, ADHD, and autism concerns. We are seeking a doctoral-level clinician to expand our team. We offer a collegial and collaborative work environment, competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and full administrative support. Responsibilities may include: Manage a caseload of psychotherapy patients and families Complete psychological evaluations Provide school consultations as requested Contribute to the improvement of clinical processes and operations Educational requirements: Doctoral degree in clinical, counseling, or school/educational psychology Required qualifications: Minimum of one year of experience administering evaluations independently Minimum of one year experience practicing evidence-based interventions, behavioral therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy in a clinical setting Must be licensed or eligible to be licensed in the state of Michigan with an LP, LLP, or TLLP Recommended qualifications (training will be provided as needed): Experience in evaluating autism concerns, including the use of ADOS-2 and/or ADI-R Experience with complex differential diagnoses Familiarity with current literature on relevant assessment concerns and neurodivergence Experience providing therapeutic services to preschool and/or school-age children Experience using a cloud-based EHR (e.g., TherapyNotes) Compensation & Benefits: W2 employee Signing bonus Flexible work days/hours; hybrid virtual/in-person Full administrative and billing support, including paneling with insurance Employee-sponsored retirement plan Employer-sponsored healthcare benefits Professional liability insurance covered Clinical supervision towards relevant psychology license included Supervision and training for additional assessment and clinical expertise provided Opportunity to become trained in parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT) Opportunity to support the supervision of interns and practicum students, if desired Supervision provided by a fully licensed psychologist Contact:************************* Visit:******************
    $41k-58k yearly est. Easy Apply 21d ago
  • Asst. in Research (UROP) - WINTER 2026 (STUDENT/WORK STUDY)

    University of Michigan (The Regents @ Ann Arbor 4.6company rating

    Graduate research assistant job in Ann Arbor, MI

    How to Apply In order to be considered for a UROP position, you must satisfy all the requirements listed below. Interested applicants can apply online at ********************* * NOTE: You do NOT need to submit a resume* The Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program
    $32k-47k yearly est. 19d ago
  • Research Engineer

    Ford Global

    Graduate research assistant job in Dearborn, MI

    We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? In this position... Ford's Research and Advanced Engineering division explores new vehicle and societal innovations that require some level of invention before they can be applied to our products and services. Today, we are exploring and delivering ways to make smarter vehicles and our transportation system more efficient to improve people's lives by helping them move more freely, safely, and enjoyably. The Sensing Technologies and Algorithms team is central to Ford's vision of achieving industry wide leadership and is spearheading the process of discovery through a transformative adoption of sensors, algorithms, and AI-ML across all engineering functions within the Ford product landscape. To this end, the team is looking for highly qualified and motivated individuals who are willing to work on challenging, multi-functional problems requiring discovery, fundamental, and applied research for delivering transformative and disruptive technology You'll have... Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Robotics 1+ years of experience in interdisciplinary engineering, focused on the development of sensing technologies through systems engineering methodologies and Sensor Fusion algorithms 2+ years of expertise in Python or C++ to build scalable solutions, utilizing GitHub for collaborative development and maintaining robust CI/CD workflows to ensure seamless code deployment 3+ years of demonstrated hands-on experience in short range and long-range wireless technologies or developing and implementing camera software and hardware solutions 1+ years of hands-on experience in developing signal processing, connected vehicle data analysis, or computer vision solutions 1+ years of product development and system integration Even better, you may have... PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Robotics Experience with designing and testing internal sensor hardware and software components such as camera components or short range wireless sensing and communication technologies Experience with pairing sensors with embedded or low-power compute hardware such as SOCs or FPGAs Experience in AI/ML techniques for object detection and tracking, scene understating, multi-modal perception, and sensor fusion. Experience using PyTorch for developing AI/ML models, Machine Learning Workflows, GitHub Actions or Jenkins pipelines for CI/CD Excellent problem-solving skills, innovative thinking, and ability to identify, propose and lead new research projects that have a clear near or far value add. Passionate about staying abreast of large-scale challenges and disruptive changes in sensing technologies and their real time realizations for quickly establishing applicability to Ford engineering problems to create/contribute to the Ford's strategic and leadership vision. You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply! As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: • Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage • Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more • Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more • Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases • Tuition assistance • Established and active employee resource groups • Paid time off for individual and team community service • A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day • Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $97,140-162,540. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: ************************** Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call **************. This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-RR1 What you'll do... The Sensing Technologies and Algorithms team is interdisciplinary team of experts tasked with conducting applied research in the domains of interior and exterior sensing systems, technologies, capabilities, architectures, and features. This role requires taking the lead in exploring new sensor hardware, performing data analysis, developing sensing algorithms, proposing test plans, evaluating sensor performance, delivering proof-of-concept demonstrations, and implementation readiness process. The ideal candidate will have expertise in the fundamentals of one or more sensing technologies as well as experience developing algorithms with data-driven evaluation techniques. The candidate will have a proven track record of developing and progressing a structured research portfolio to take sensing technologies from ideas to proven concepts and application readiness. Experience in developing new technology products using systems engineering concepts Grow and maintain expertise in sensing technologies, state-of-the-art camera hardware and software advancements, short range and long range wireless sensing and communication technologies Identify opportunities for reducing sensors using sensor fusion to improve quality and reduce costs using connected vehicle data Develop sensing solutions for interior sensing features such as Child Presence Detection, Driver State Monitoring, and Cabin Monitoring as well as exterior sensing features such as Proximity Detection, 360° surround view, and automated driving. Collaborate with cross functional teams including strategy and planning, application/product engineers, and advance engineering and others in defining data needs, validation of solutions against real-world application benchmarks, quality and robustness checks and continuous improvement. Through self-learning and deep research identify novel sensing solutions that can apply to new problem statements with atypical feature constraints. Publish internally and externally to support knowledge dissemination through teaching, mentoring, and seminars as well as through any Ford learning and development programs. Develop a research portfolio for progressing external research with leading universities.
    $97.1k-162.5k yearly Auto-Apply 7d ago
  • Henry Ford + Michigan State University Health Sciences Research Faculty

    Henry Ford Hospital 4.6company rating

    Graduate research assistant job in Troy, MI

    * TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE, YOU MUST APPLY DIRECTLY ON THE HENRY FORD+ MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES WEBSITE AT InfoReady - Submissions * Henry Ford Health and Michigan State University (MSU) have joined forces as Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences (Henry Ford + MSU) in an enduring joint venture to transform health. Uniting the talent and capabilities of a leading, global research university with $932 million in research expenditures and a $12 billion academic health system with 13 acute care hospitals, we are on a course to pioneer breakthroughs to improve the lives and wellness of our communities, rural and urban. Henry Ford + MSU is making a transformative investment in our joint research enterprise, including major expansion of our research facilities with a new 7-story, state-of-the-art research building (335,000 sq. ft.) on the Detroit campus and of our faculty with recruitment of nearly 60 world-class investigators. Generous start-up packages and cutting-edge resources will be provided to ensure the success of selected candidates. Position Summary Henry Ford + MSU is embarking upon a major strategic growth plan to add up to 60 new open rank faculty positions over 6 years across a range of departments. We currently seek exceptional researchers with a record of innovative in-silico, patient-oriented, or population science, and history of research funding commensurate with rank. Successful candidates will join our Detroit campus and be expected to collaborate closely with clinicians and scientists in Detroit and across the entirety of Henry Ford and MSU. Outstanding candidates in all specialties will be considered, especially those applicants focused on neurosciences, cardiometabolic health, women's health, or musculoskeletal health, as well as precision health/data science. Ideal candidates are highly productive, research intensive, and mission driven, with a strong desire for their science to have a timely clinical and/or community impact. Applicants must have a PhD, MD, DO, or equivalent. Applicants at the Associate and full Professor/Scientist levels should have a record of sustained extramural funding and high-impact, peer-reviewed publications. Assistant Professor/Scientist level candidates should have training and research track record consistent with a career path that will lead to extramural funding as an independent investigator. All successful candidates will be expected to maintain robust extramural funding, with federal funding as a cornerstone of their research programs and be actively engaged in elevating the Henry Ford + MSU partnership. Positions are jointly funded through Henry Ford + MSU, and candidates may be hired by Henry Ford Health or Michigan State University with a secondary, no-pay appointment at the other institution. The primary academic appointment will be based upon the candidate's discipline, research, and interests. We are hiring at the ranks of assistant, associate, and senior scientists at Henry Ford and associate and full professor at MSU. Clinical appointments are available for clinician scientists. All positions are for the Detroit campus. Space, start-up packages, salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience and rank. Required Degree * Doctorate degree Minimum Requirement * PhD, MD, DO, DVM, ScD, DNP or equivalent in biomedical science or related field. * Track record of significant contributions to respective field. * Potential/ability to establish a sustainable and internationally recognized research program. * Evidence of ability to be an effective mentor to students, post-docs, and colleagues. * Ability to collaborate across disciplines and institutions. * Interest in/evidence of institutional and professional service. Desired Qualifications * Additional research experience beyond the doctorate, through post-doctoral, industry, or faculty positions. * Strong record of research accomplishments, including sustained extramural grant funding and high-quality, peer-reviewed publications in relevant field. * Leadership roles in professional societies and organizations. Required Application Materials Applicants must submit the following items: * A cover letter summarizing motivations and qualifications for the position * Research plan (1-2-pages describing short- and long-term research objectives) * Detailed curriculum vitae Special Instructions The review of applications will begin January 19; however, applications will be accepted and given full consideration until suitable candidates are found. Website ******************** Michigan State University Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges. Henry Ford Health Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services - from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Equal Employment Opportunity Henry Ford Health and Michigan State University are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Additional Information * Organization: Corporate Services * Department: Investigator Start Up Packages * Shift: Day Job * Union Code: Not Applicable
    $25k-43k yearly est. 19d ago
  • Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start

    Zen Educate

    Graduate research assistant job in Westland, MI

    Start the School Year Strong! - Now hiring for the 2025-2026 school year. Step into a full-time paraprofessional or classroom support staff role focused on special education and support students with special needs in real classroom settings. You'll grow your skills, gain meaningful experience, and work where your support matters every day. These roles support students with a range of special education needs, including mild, moderate, and severe needs. Don't wait, start your journey in education now, connect with a recruiter to find your perfect role. As a Teaching Assistant, you'll work under the guidance of classroom teachers to provide essential support to K-12 students, particularly those with special needs. You will assist with instructional activities, help manage classroom dynamics, facilitate positive interactions among students, and support students' individual learning and personal care needs to help them achieve their academic and developmental goals. Key Responsibilities - Assist licensed staff in the classroom by helping implement academic adaptations and individualized education plans (IEPs). - Work with students individually or in small groups to support their self-care and social/behavioral needs. - Maintain a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to learning. - Provide timely support for students in crisis situations. - Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Required Qualifications - High school diploma obtained in the United States - 6+ months experience supporting people with special needs (in any capacity), ideally child-focused experience - Applicants must have professional proficiency in English - US Work Authorization - Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time Physical Requirements: - Comfortable being on your feet and moving around the classroom throughout the day - Able to lift up to 20 lbs and safely assist students when needed (kneeling, bending, quick response) - Additional physical requirements may be requested during your application process Preferred Qualifications / Experience - Experience working in special education, particularly with moderate to severe behaviors - Experience with personal care tasks, like diapering and toileting - Experience handling unexpected behaviour, such as hitting and biting - Comfortable with eloping - Experience with behaviour strategies and methodologies - Experience in collecting data and following BI plan - Associate's degree or higher (obtained in the US or US equivalency check completed) - Pro-Act training - Certification in CPR and First Aid Salary Pay: $17-18/hour, paid weekly. Schedule: Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work). Benefits: - Weekly Direct Deposit - Potential to qualify for health coverage and 401(k) participation, subject to role and eligibility criteria Ready to get started? Connect with a recruiter today to explore open opportunities. Why Zen Zen Educate makes your job search simple and transparent. We match you with schools that fit your goals and provide ongoing support, from your first chat to your first day in the classroom, so you can focus on what matters most: making a difference for students. About Zen At Zen Educate, our mission is simple: to support schools by connecting them with dedicated, high-quality education professionals. We believe in making the hiring process easier for educators and creating better outcomes for students. Ref: DET-NHQ-TA-January2026-105
    $17-18 hourly 1d ago
  • AI Engineer & Researcher, Inference - Ann Arbor, USA

    Speechify

    Graduate research assistant job in Ann Arbor, MI

    The mission of Speechify is to make sure that reading is never a barrier to learning. Over 50 million people use Speechify's text-to-speech products to turn whatever they're reading - PDFs, books, Google Docs, news articles, websites - into audio, so they can read faster, read more, and remember more. Speechify's text-to-speech reading products include its iOS app, Android App, Mac App, Chrome Extension, and Web App. Google recently named Speechify the Chrome Extension of the Year and Apple named Speechify its App of the Day. Today, nearly 200 people around the globe work on Speechify in a 100% distributed setting - Speechify has no office. These include frontend and backend engineers, AI research scientists, and others from Amazon, Microsoft, and Google, leading PhD programs like Stanford, high growth startups like Stripe, Vercel, Bolt, and many founders of their own companies. This is a key role and ideal for someone who thinks strategically, enjoys fast-paced environments, passionate about making product decisions, and has experience building great user experiences that delight users. We are a flat organization that allows anyone to become a leader by showing excellent technical skills and delivering results consistently and fast. Work ethic, solid communication skills, and obsession with winning are paramount. Our interview process involves several technical interviews and we aim to complete them within 1 week. What You'll Do Work alongside machine learning researchers, engineers, and product managers to bring our AI Voices to their customers for a diverse range of use cases Deploy and operate the core ML inference workloads for our AI Voices serving pipeline Introduce new techniques, tools, and architecture that improve the performance, latency, throughput, and efficiency of our deployed models Build tools to give us visibility into our bottlenecks and sources of instability and then design and implement solutions to address the highest priority issues An Ideal Candidate Should Have Experience shipping Python-based services Experience being responsible for the successful operation of a critical production service Experience with public cloud environments, GCP preferred Experience with Infrastructure such as Code, Docker, and containerized deployments. Preferred: Experience deploying high-availability applications on Kubernetes. Preferred: Experience deploying ML models to production What We Offer A dynamic environment where your contributions shape the company and its products A team that values innovation, intuition, and drive Autonomy, fostering focus and creativity The opportunity to have a significant impact in a revolutionary industry Competitive compensation, a welcoming atmosphere, and a commitment to an exceptional asynchronous work culture The privilege of working on a product that changes lives, particularly for those with learning differences like dyslexia, ADD, and more An active role at the intersection of artificial intelligence and audio - a rapidly evolving tech domain The United States Based Salary range for this role is: 140,000-200,000 USD/Year + Bonus + Stock depending on experience Think you're a good fit for this job? Tell us more about yourself and why you're interested in the role when you apply. And don't forget to include links to your portfolio and LinkedIn. Not looking but know someone who would make a great fit? Refer them! Speechify is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Speechify does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
    $70k-98k yearly est. Auto-Apply 19d ago
  • Connected Vehicle Researcher - Vehicular System and Applications

    General Motors 4.6company rating

    Graduate research assistant job in Warren, MI

    Hybrid: This position is located in Warren, MI & requires an employee to be onsite 3-4 times per week. Who You Are: As a member of the Connected Vehicle Experience Research Lab, you will be working with the Connected Vehicle System group. You will be applying your expertise in connected and autonomous vehicles, wireless communication, infotainment, robotics, and data science for developing innovative approaches to enhance customer experience through wireless connectivity. As a researcher in this group, you will implement your solutions in wireless communication and publish your research findings in peer-reviewed journals to extend the reach of General Motors' development of next-generation technology. This will also include interfacing with universities, research institutes, and other advanced technology laboratories to build a network for amplifying your research. What You Do: Develop connected vehicle systems and applications for safety, infotainment, and robotics Develop and implement new vehicular applications and services in prototyping systems Develop and implement vehicular network protocols prototyping systems. Preferably, a candidate should be able to implement research ideas in functioning wireless prototypes on GM research vehicles or robotic systems Customize operating systems and software architectures that facilitate and support vehicular communication applications Evaluate and analyze the developed protocols, systems and application services either via extensive simulations or via empirical experimental measurements Participate in government-funded research work, such as the USDOT collaboration projects Document research work through internal and external publications Facilitate technology transfer via active participation in cross-functional teams What You Need: U.S. Citiznship Master's degree in computer science or electrical engineering Research experience in at least one of the following areas: mobile systems and applications, wireless communication, wireless network protocols, cyber-physical systems, wireless sensor network, intelligent transportation system, data science, or other related areas Strong theoretical, experimental or software programming skills What Would be Even Better: PhD degree in a related area Hands-on experience building empirical systems to develop connected vehicle systems Hands-on experience with cloud and edge computing Hands-on experience with socket programming Experience with data analysis or AI/Machine Learning for engineering applications. Demonstrates leadership in field of study, extra-curricular activities, or service organizations This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate. About GM Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all. Why Join Us We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team. Benefits Overview From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources. Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.) General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire. Accommodations General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at ************. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
    $107k-145k yearly est. Auto-Apply 6d ago
  • Research Assistant

    Civia Health

    Graduate research assistant job in Utica, MI

    Job Description Job Type: Full-time, non-exempt Reports to: Executive Director, Head of Site Operations Join Us at Civia Health At Civia Health, Research Assistants play a key role in supporting clinical research operations and ensuring an exceptional experience for trial participants. We're looking for a reliable, proactive team player who's eager to grow in the world of clinical trials and contribute to meaningful, life-changing research. At Civia Health, you're not just taking a job: You're joining a mission to transform the way clinical research is done. Our purpose is bold: to bring clinical trials front and center in your community, make them accessible to everyday people, and empower underrepresented communities to participate. We're reinventing how clinical studies are run, delivering valid, scalable evidence with a consumer-first mindset. Too often, trials are expensive, fragmented, and overlook the experience of the participant. At Civia, we're changing that. Our leadership team are experienced industry leading, visionary professionals who know what's broken - and how to fix it. We treat participants like valued partners, not research subjects. That means supporting their agency, putting their needs, comfort, and enjoyment first - and rewarding them generously for their time and effort. What It Means to Work at Civia Every team member plays a crucial role in reshaping clinical research. You'll help make studies more human-centered, inclusive, and efficient. We're looking for people who are driven by purpose, inspired by innovation, and ready to roll up their sleeves to do meaningful work. At Civia, your contributions aren't just transactional, they're transformational . What You'll Do Support study coordination by preparing visit materials and assisting with scheduling. Perform data entry, filing, and documentation of clinical trial activities. Escort participants, collect vitals, and assist with specimen processing/phlebotomy. Ensure exam rooms and supplies are prepared for each study visit. Help maintain regulatory binders and source documents. Work closely with coordinators, nurses, and investigators to facilitate smooth study execution. Occasional travel may be required for audits, site visits, or team meetings. What You Bring Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in healthcare or research-related field. Prior experience in a clinical or research setting preferred. Phlebotomy, blood collection and processing experience required. Strong organizational and multitasking skills. Excellent attention to detail and communication skills. Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards. Eagerness to learn and contribute as part of a collaborative team. What We Offer Competitive compensation Medical, dental, and vision insurance Generous PTO and paid holidays Flexible scheduling options Professional development and continuing education support A mission-driven team that values respect, inclusion, and innovation Ready to Make an Impact? Mission with Meaning: Be part of a purpose-led team committed to health equity and real-world impact. Startup Energy, Proven Expertise: Work fast, adapt quickly, and help build something new; guided by seasoned visionary professionals who've seen what needs to change. People First Culture: We care deeply about our patients, participants, and each other. Collaboration, transparency, and bold, straight-talking are core to how we work. Invested in Your Growth: We don't just hire for today; we're building the leaders and changemakers of tomorrow. If you're ready to be part of something meaningful-and work with people who care deeply about doing good work-apply today by submitting your resume and cover letter to the link above. We're excited to learn more about you! Powered by JazzHR kkzq Cvtdy3
    $32k-52k yearly est. 3d ago
  • Psychology Post-Doctoral Fellow

    Bluetree Behavioral Health

    Graduate research assistant job in Saint Clair Shores, MI

    Behavioral Health Clinician - Psychology Post-Doctoral Fellow We are an outpatient mental health clinic that provides data-informed and research-supported therapy and evaluation services for individuals of all ages. We specialize in providing care for anxiety, ADHD, and autism concerns. We are seeking a doctoral-level clinician to expand our team. We offer a collegial and collaborative work environment, competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and full administrative support. Responsibilities may include: Manage a caseload of psychotherapy patients and families Complete psychological evaluations Provide school consultations as requested Contribute to the improvement of clinical processes and operations Educational requirements: Doctoral degree in clinical, counseling, or school/educational psychology Required qualifications: Minimum of one year of experience administering evaluations independently Minimum of one year experience practicing evidence-based interventions, behavioral therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy in a clinical setting Must be licensed or eligible to be licensed in the state of Michigan with an LP, LLP, or TLLP Recommended qualifications (training will be provided as needed): Experience in evaluating autism concerns, including the use of ADOS-2 and/or ADI-R Experience with complex differential diagnoses Familiarity with current literature on relevant assessment concerns and neurodivergence Experience providing therapeutic services to preschool and/or school-age children Experience using a cloud-based EHR (e.g., TherapyNotes) Compensation & Benefits: W2 employee Signing bonus Flexible work days/hours; hybrid virtual/in-person Full administrative and billing support, including paneling with insurance Employee-sponsored retirement plan Employer-sponsored healthcare benefits Professional liability insurance covered Clinical supervision towards relevant psychology license included Supervision and training for additional assessment and clinical expertise provided Opportunity to become trained in parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT) Opportunity to support the supervision of interns and practicum students, if desired Supervision provided by a fully licensed psychologist Contact: ************************* Visit: ******************
    $41k-58k yearly est. Easy Apply 60d+ ago
  • RESEARCH ASST II (TEMP)

    University of Michigan (The Regents @ Ann Arbor 4.6company rating

    Graduate research assistant job in Ann Arbor, MI

    How to Apply To apply for this position, email a single pdf with cover letter, CV, and contact information for 2-3 references to: [email protected]
    $32k-47k yearly est. 19d ago
  • Henry Ford + Michigan State University Health Sciences Research Faculty

    Henry Ford Hospital 4.6company rating

    Graduate research assistant job in Detroit, MI

    * TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE, YOU MUST APPLY DIRECTLY ON THE HENRY FORD+ MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES WEBSITE AT InfoReady - Submissions * Henry Ford Health and Michigan State University (MSU) have joined forces as Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences (Henry Ford + MSU) in an enduring joint venture to transform health. Uniting the talent and capabilities of a leading, global research university with $932 million in research expenditures and a $12 billion academic health system with 13 acute care hospitals, we are on a course to pioneer breakthroughs to improve the lives and wellness of our communities, rural and urban. Henry Ford + MSU is making a transformative investment in our joint research enterprise, including major expansion of our research facilities with a new 7-story, state-of-the-art research building (335,000 sq. ft.) on the Detroit campus and of our faculty with recruitment of nearly 60 world-class investigators. Generous start-up packages and cutting-edge resources will be provided to ensure the success of selected candidates. Position Summary Henry Ford + MSU is embarking upon a major strategic growth plan to add up to 60 new open rank faculty positions over 6 years across a range of departments. We currently seek exceptional researchers with a record of innovative in-silico, patient-oriented, or population science, and history of research funding commensurate with rank. Successful candidates will join our Detroit campus and be expected to collaborate closely with clinicians and scientists in Detroit and across the entirety of Henry Ford and MSU. Outstanding candidates in all specialties will be considered, especially those applicants focused on neurosciences, cardiometabolic health, women's health, or musculoskeletal health, as well as precision health/data science. Ideal candidates are highly productive, research intensive, and mission driven, with a strong desire for their science to have a timely clinical and/or community impact. Applicants must have a PhD, MD, DO, or equivalent. Applicants at the Associate and full Professor/Scientist levels should have a record of sustained extramural funding and high-impact, peer-reviewed publications. Assistant Professor/Scientist level candidates should have training and research track record consistent with a career path that will lead to extramural funding as an independent investigator. All successful candidates will be expected to maintain robust extramural funding, with federal funding as a cornerstone of their research programs and be actively engaged in elevating the Henry Ford + MSU partnership. Positions are jointly funded through Henry Ford + MSU, and candidates may be hired by Henry Ford Health or Michigan State University with a secondary, no-pay appointment at the other institution. The primary academic appointment will be based upon the candidate's discipline, research, and interests. We are hiring at the ranks of assistant, associate, and senior scientists at Henry Ford and associate and full professor at MSU. Clinical appointments are available for clinician scientists. All positions are for the Detroit campus. Space, start-up packages, salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience and rank. Required Degree * Doctorate degree Minimum Requirement * PhD, MD, DO, DVM, ScD, DNP or equivalent in biomedical science or related field. * Track record of significant contributions to respective field. * Potential/ability to establish a sustainable and internationally recognized research program. * Evidence of ability to be an effective mentor to students, post-docs, and colleagues. * Ability to collaborate across disciplines and institutions. * Interest in/evidence of institutional and professional service. Desired Qualifications * Additional research experience beyond the doctorate, through post-doctoral, industry, or faculty positions. * Strong record of research accomplishments, including sustained extramural grant funding and high-quality, peer-reviewed publications in relevant field. * Leadership roles in professional societies and organizations. Required Application Materials Applicants must submit the following items: * A cover letter summarizing motivations and qualifications for the position * Research plan (1-2-pages describing short- and long-term research objectives) * Detailed curriculum vitae Special Instructions The review of applications will begin January 19; however, applications will be accepted and given full consideration until suitable candidates are found. Website ******************** Michigan State University Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges. Henry Ford Health Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services - from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Equal Employment Opportunity Henry Ford Health and Michigan State University are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Additional Information * Organization: Corporate Services * Department: Investigator Start Up Packages * Shift: Day Job * Union Code: Not Applicable
    $24k-43k yearly est. 19d ago
  • Applied AI Engineer & Researcher - Detroit-Ann Arbor, USA

    Speechify

    Graduate research assistant job in Ann Arbor, MI

    Job Description The mission of Speechify is to make sure that reading is never a barrier to learning. Over 50 million people use Speechify's text-to-speech products to turn whatever they're reading - PDFs, books, Google Docs, news articles, websites - into audio, so they can read faster, read more, and remember more. Speechify's text-to-speech reading products include its iOS app, Android App, Mac App, Chrome Extension, and Web App. Google recently named Speechify the Chrome Extension of the Year and Apple named Speechify its App of the Day. Today, nearly 200 people around the globe work on Speechify in a 100% distributed setting - Speechify has no office. These include frontend and backend engineers, AI research scientists, and others from Amazon, Microsoft, and Google, leading PhD programs like Stanford, high growth startups like Stripe, Vercel, Bolt, and many founders of their own companies. This is a key role and ideal for someone who thinks strategically, enjoys fast-paced environments, passionate about making product decisions, and has experience building great user experiences that delight users. We are a flat organization that allows anyone to become a leader by showing excellent technical skills and delivering results consistently and fast. Work ethic, solid communication skills, and obsession with winning are paramount. Our interview process involves several technical interviews and we aim to complete them within 1 week. What You'll Do Researching and implementing state-of-the-art in NLP and TTS or CV with a focus on image generation Work on building the most human sounding AI speech model in the world An Ideal Candidate Should Have Experience with research and development in NLP or TTS or CV with a focus on image generation. Experience in ML Preferred : Experience deploying NLP or TTS models to production at a large scale Experience managing engineers and growing a research & development team Experience programming in Python: Tensorflow and PyTorch frameworks specifically. What We Offer A fast-growing environment where you can help shape the culture An entrepreneurial crew that supports risk, intuition, and hustle A hands-off approach so you can focus and do your best work The opportunity to make an impact in a transformative industry A competitive salary, a collegiate atmosphere, and a commitment to building a great asynchronous culture The United States Based Salary range for this role is: 140,000-200,000 USD/Year + Bonus + Stock depending on experience Think you're a good fit for this job? Tell us more about yourself and why you're interested in the role when you apply. And don't forget to include links to your portfolio and LinkedIn. Not looking but know someone who would make a great fit? Refer them! Speechify is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Speechify does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
    $70k-98k yearly est. 10d ago
  • Advanced HEV Simulation and Performance Research Engineer

    Ford Global

    Graduate research assistant job in Dearborn, MI

    We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? In this position... Engineering complex electrified propulsion systems in today's competitive market requires sophisticated model-based development methodologies that can help deliver optimized products quickly and efficiently. There is a critical need to identify and explore opportunities for improving customer experience and value of our electrified vehicle products. We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative engineer to play a key role in the development, analysis, and optimization of vehicle attributes across a broad range of electrified propulsion architectures. Leveraging high-fidelity simulation models, you will perform detailed analysis across fuel economy, performance, thermal management, emissions, and passenger comfort, with a specific focus on evaluating and optimizing hybrid energy management strategies to achieve best-in-class fuel economy while meeting stringent emissions regulations. The role also focuses on simulating and analyzing real-world customer data to ensure our vehicles meet and exceed customer expectations. You'll have... Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Automotive Engineering, or Electrical Engineering. 3+ years of experience with analyzing various hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) architectures, including but not limited to full, plug-in, series, parallel, powersplit, and range extender systems. 3+ years of experience with analyzing electrified propulsion systems hardware and controls, including combustion engines, electric machines, batteries, thermal systems, driveline, and chassis systems. 3+ years of experience with operation, modeling and control of internal combustion engines and aftertreatment systems for ensuring regulatory compliance. 3+ years of experience with MATLAB / Simulink / Stateflow. 3+ years of experience with other relevant simulation tools (e.g., GT-SUITE, AVL CRUISE M, AMESim, etc.). 1+ years of experience with version control systems (e.g., GitHub, GitLab, SVN) and automation concepts. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational skills, including strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Demonstrated initiative, resilience, a strong work ethic, and a desire for continuous learning Even better, you may have... Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or Electrical Engineering. Direct experience with model development of specific complex xEV architectures (e.g., powersplit, series, parallel, and advanced multi-mode hybrids) Thorough understanding of current and upcoming EPA emissions regulations for light-duty / heavy-duty vehicles and technology pathways for meeting compliance requirements. Working knowledge of thermal and hydraulic systems as applied to hybrid electric architectures as well as automotive climate systems and passenger comfort. Experience with optimization techniques and tools applied to engineering problems. Experience working with large datasets, particularly automotive telematics or connected vehicle data and with developing data visualization dashboards Familiarity or experience with high-performance computing (HPC) or cloud environments for simulations/optimizations. Experience contributing to technology roadmaps or advanced engineering projects You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply! As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: • Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage • Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more • Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more • Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases • Tuition assistance • Established and active employee resource groups • Paid time off for individual and team community service • A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day • Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. This position is a salary grade 7. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: ***************************** Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call **************. #LI-Onsite #LI-RR1 What you'll do... Conduct detailed vehicle-level attribute analysis (fuel economy, performance, emissions, thermal management, passenger comfort) using high-fidelity simulation models across diverse xEV architectures to drive development and optimization of Ford's current and future xEV offerings. Utilize models employing 1D and 3D methods to ensure comprehensive engine-out and tailpipe emissions analysis and assessment of compliance. Perform functional validation and correlation of high-fidelity vehicle and propulsion system models against physical test data, ensuring accuracy and reliability across steady-state and transient operating conditions. Lead and execute large-scale attribute optimization studies leveraging HPC/cloud environments to balance system performance objectives over regulatory cycles and representative real-world customer driving profiles. Develop intuitive dashboards and reports to effectively visualize and communicate complex simulation results and real-world data insights to engineering teams and stakeholders. Collaborate extensively with propulsion systems controls and calibration engineering teams, as well as other cross-functional teams (thermal, climate, etc.) to influence design decisions by providing simulation-based analysis and insights.
    $71k-99k yearly est. Auto-Apply 14d ago

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How much does a graduate research assistant earn in Southfield, MI?

The average graduate research assistant in Southfield, MI earns between $24,000 and $53,000 annually. This compares to the national average graduate research assistant range of $22,000 to $52,000.

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$35,000
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