*Job no:* 511587*Work type:* Auxiliary*Location:* Northridge*Categories:* At-Will, Full Time*Major Duties*Functioning within a multidisciplinary research setting, the Research Specialist will lead research efforts into Autonomous Design and Manufacturing. In product design, efforts to consolidate design knowledge in knowledge graphs have resulted in robust graph representations of domain-specific semantic relationships. Engineering design knowledge graphs have been shown to be useful for concept generation and evaluation. However, there is an opportunity to expand on prior work towards later phases of the design process by extracting design knowledge from CAD models, to complement existing semantic networks. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary faculty members (e.g., computer science, anthropology, engineering, psychology, human health development, and business, legal). Lead and manage a team of multidisciplinary undergraduate and graduate students. Conduct ethnographic research and disseminate research work in relevant venues. Develop funding proposals (e.g., to NSF and DOD) to support research activities. Interface with Autodesk and JPL multidisciplinary team and other stakeholders (e.g., NASA, industry, DoD). *Qualifications** Ph.D. in engineering/computer science with a focus in knowledge graph, engineering design, machine learning/deep learning, digital twin, metal 3D printing, or other relevant field.* 0-2 years of relevant experience in a research environment* Experience with engineering and computer science* Strong written communication, especially as it relates to developing competitive grant proposals *Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities** Ability to work within highly interdisciplinary, technical settings (i.e., among experts within the engineering design and manufacturing community) *General Information*THE SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO PASS A THOROUGH DEPARTMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION. Per CSUN/TUC Mandate, candidate will be required to show proof of COVID 19 vaccination including booster. *Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule*This position is employed through The University Corporation (TUC). Work Schedule M-F; 8 am -5 pm The anticipated salary: $62,400/YR *How to Apply*Please complete the on-line application/resume upload submission process in order to be considered for any open position within the university and its auxiliaries. The hiring department will contact the best-qualified candidates and invite them to participate in the interview process. Application Screening begins March 16, 2022 and will continue until position is filled.In order to be considered in the initial review, applications must be submitted prior to the date listed above.Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. For more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please view the link below:[http://www-admn.csun.edu/ohrs/employment/](http://www-admn.csun.edu/ohrs/employment/) *Equal Employment Opportunity*The University Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Applicants who wish to request an accommodation for a disability may contact the Office of Equity and Diversity at (818) 677-2077.*Advertised:* Mar 01, 2022 (9:00 AM) Pacific Standard Time*Applications close:* Open until filled