Research Scientist / Principal Research Scientist - Multiphysical Systems
$115K-$220K (Glassdoor est.)
Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories (MERL, http://www.merl.com) located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA, invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of Research Scientist or Principal Research Scientist in the Multiphysical Systems Group. Successful candidates will be expected to perform original, relevant research in areas including model-based nonlinear control, estimation, and data-driven optimization for multiphysical systems.

The Multiphysical Systems Group at MERL conducts fundamental, academically-oriented research in model-based design and analysis of complex multiphysical systems, emphasizing thermofluid, electrical power, and mechatronic applications. Using state-of-the-art equation-oriented languages such as Modelica, we construct system-level dynamic models and use them to design new control and estimation algorithms, analyze complex dynamic behaviors, optimize product performance, and prototype new products and services that are enabled by simulation. Current research interests include nonlinear control & model predictive control, data-driven optimization and estimation for large-scale system models, and next-generation tools for scientific computing. Mitsubishi Electric’s broad commercial footprint provides ample opportunities to pursue fundamental research motivated by important industrial applications.

Responsibilities for this position include:
Conducting innovative and relevant research in modeling, design, and analysis of multiphysical systems,
Publishing results in leading technical journals, conferences, and in patent applications,
Partnering with business units, corporate R&D, and academic groups in the execution of R&D projects,
Transferring results and technology to Mitsubishi Electric corporate research laboratories, and
Drafting project proposals and leading research projects.
The successful candidate will bring an independent research agenda and a track record commensurate with experience, and be willing and able to form and work within interdisciplinary R&D teams. This is a leadership position, with an opportunity to shape and drive a corporate R&D agenda, as well as the intent to impact both the academic research field and Mitsubishi Electric businesses. Additional responsibilities may include strategic planning, mentoring and supervision of technical staff and interns, and establishment of academic partnerships depending on seniority.

Requirements
A Ph.D. from an internationally-recognized institution in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or equivalent, or in applied mathematics,
Experience with constructing and using system-level dynamic models of multiphysical systems of interest,
Knowledge of control theory and experience with model-based control system design,
Strong software engineering skills,
A strong publication record in leading conferences and journals, consistent with experience,
A record for independently proposing and executing research programs with academic impact, and
Strong teamwork, communication, listening, strategic leadership, and teaching skills."
Interested parties must submit a cover letter and a one-page statement of research interests.
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