The position of Computational Engineer is designed to strengthen and enrich computational teaching and learning at SEAS in a broad set of areas. As part of the Computing in Engineering Education (CEE) team, this position will work with SEAS faculty and teaching staff to develop and implement computational and simulation components in courses, train teaching fellows and students in various computational tools and software, and assist students with modeling and simulation in their design projects. The successful candidate will have a passion for teaching and advising students and student teams from diverse backgrounds and with various levels of knowledge of computation.
- Assist faculty with content development of simulation, modeling, and computational activities, including but not limited to class assignments, homework, tutorials, lectures, labs, and projects.
- Help develop and deliver advanced software training/programming workshops for teaching fellows and/or students as needed.
- Teach engineering software tools, computational tools/techniques, and/or scientific programming to SEAS undergraduates.
- As a member of the interdisciplinary team, work collaboratively with the Active Learning Labs (ALL) to reimagine and develop cutting-edge computational activities that bridge disciplines and supplement hands-on experiments.
- Work collaboratively with other groups within Teaching and Learning, SEAS Computing, Harvard University Information Technology (HUIT), the Faculty of Arts and Sciences Research Computing (FASRC) and others, to support and expand computation in the SEAS curriculum.
- Manage, maintain, and collaborate on content for the CEE website.
- Contribute to and expand data acquisition software and tools, as well as data analysis methods in support of CEE and ALL, across all SEAS disciplines.
- Support the computational hardware and software needs of ALL and help provide technical support for the teaching Computer Lab
- Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this position.
- The Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences does not provide visa sponsorship for administrative and staff positions.
- Many SEAS employees are eligible for Flexible Work Arrangements, which may be explored during the interview process.
Commitment to Diversity SEAS is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment. Some of our core values include respect for all, serving the greater good, and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. About SEAS The Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences serves as the connector and integrator of Harvard's teaching and research efforts in engineering, applied sciences, and technology. Our core tenets are educating broad-minded students; interdisciplinary research; integration across disciplines; and balancing theory, experimentation and practice to create an unmatched environment for learning and exploration. Through collaboration with researchers from all parts of Harvard, other universities, and industry, we bring discovery and innovation directly to bear on improving human life and society. For more information about us, please visit www.seas.harvard.edu.
Salary Grade: 056
Union: 00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary |