Associate Research Scientist; PREP

Overview

PREP Research Associate

This position is part of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Professional Research Experience (PREP) program. NIST recognizes that its research staff may wish to collaborate with researchers at academic institutions on specific projects of mutual interest, and requires that such institutions must be the recipient of a PREP award. The PREP program engages staff from a wide range of backgrounds to work on scientific research in many areas.

Employees in this position will perform technical work that underpins the scientific research of the collaboration.

Indoor Localization, Tracking, and Navigation

• Basic research leading to the development of novel indoor localization and tracking methods, algorithms, and systems
• Evaluating the performance of such methods, algorithms, and systems via modeling and simulation
• Performance evaluation via the development of system prototypes when warranted
• Test and evaluation of commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) indoor localization solutions
• Literature survey of pedestrian navigation techniques in indoor environments
• Assessment of the efficacy of 5G wireless technology and indoor localization techniques, particularly in the context of public safety scenarios

• Reading scholarly papers on indoor localization and understanding their contributions and how the proposed systems work
• Writing code for modeling, simulation, and performance evaluation of indoor localization systems
• Developing novel indoor localization systems
• Publishing the research results and making technical presentations on the work done
• Ensuring that results, protocols, software, and documentation have been archived or otherwise transmitted to the larger organization

• A doctoral degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or other related fields is preferred but not required
• The prospective applicant does not have to be an expert in localization; however, good knowledge of wireless communications, digital signal processing, and computer algorithms is required. If necessary, the applicant selected for the position will be trained in indoor localization
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Python, and MATLAB is required, along with good computing skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• The ability to develop prototypes of indoor localization systems is a plus

Please upload the following with your application:

• CV/Resume (limit to 3 pages and include a valid email address for contact information)
• Self portraits
• Phone number
• Home address/Country
• Citizenship status
• Languages spoken
• Sex/Gender
• Privacy Act Statement
• Authority: 15 U.S.C. § 278g-1(e)(1) and (e)(3) and 15 U.S.C. § 272(b) and (c)
• Purpose:
  
  The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) hosts the PREP which is designed to provide valuable laboratory experience and financial assistance to undergraduates, post-bachelor's degree holders, graduate students, master’s degree holders, postdocs, and faculty
• Routine Uses: NIST will use the information collected to perform the requisite reviews of the applications to determine eligibility and to meet programmatic requirements
• Disclosure:
  Furnishing this information is voluntary
• To apply for this position, visit the job application site

• Salary Range
  :
  The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will depend on multiple factors.
• Total Rewards
  :
  Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found on the Johns Hopkins benefits site.

• Equal Opportunity Employer
  :
  The Johns Hopkins University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.
• Pre-Employment Information
  :
  If you require special assistance or accommodation during the pre-employment process, please contact the HR Business Services Office. For more information about workplace accommodations, visit the accessibility site.
• Background Checks
  :
  The successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background check including education verification.
• EEO is the Law
  :
  See the EEO rights statement

Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but does not require, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions in the State of Florida. All faculty, staff, and students are required to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions may be provided for religious beliefs or medical…