Research Engineer, Level I (Applications Development)

Job ID: 62674

Location: Tallahassee

Application Deadline: June 1, 2026

Join the world-renowned National High Magnetic Field Laboratory at Florida State University (FSU) and support groundbreaking scientific discovery in a collaborative, high-tech environment. FSU was recently recognized as one of America's Best-in-State Employers for its strong workplace culture and employee-centered values.

Responsibilities

This position focuses on designing and implementing programs and algorithms to support magnet operations and user-facing scientific experiments, ensuring maximum reliability, efficiency, and operational uptime while enabling advanced experimental data acquisition and analysis workflows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement specialized programs and algorithms for applications including data acquisition, equipment monitoring and custom database solutions using languages such as CIC++, Python, Java, or
• Collaborate with research personnel and end-users to assess programming requirements, provide technical guidance, and resolve software-related issues.
• Utilize, develop and apply machine learning, Al and data mining approaches to facility and user data sets to enhance automation, system monitoring, predictive maintenance, and understanding of experimental results.
• Evaluate the scientific and technical requirements of specific programs, design implementation strategies, and establish priorities for phased deployment to support experimental objectives and optimize research outcomes.
• Manage and maintain equipment control system programming and associated servers, integrating modern communication tools into existing departmental infrastructure.
• Conduct research on emerging software systems and technologies, providing recommendations to ensure systems remain at the forefront of innovation.
• Advise on best practices for software development, project management, and the implementation of new tools to support research and operational objectives.
• Continuously enhance programming expertise to evaluate current systems and develop innovative software solutions aligned with departmental research and operational needs.
• Oversee the maintenance and enhancement of research and laboratory software, including both in-house and external applications.
• Coordinate with facility instrumentation and software development teams to maintain application compatibility with operational and user systems.
• Utilize, develop and apply machine learning, Al and data mining approaches to facility and user data sets to enhance automation, system monitoring, predictive maintenance, and understanding of experimental results.

Qualifications

High school diploma/equivalent and four years of experience. (Note: post-high school education can substitute for experience at the equivalent rate.)

Helpful - What You Gain at FSU

• Opportunity to work at a world-renowned national research laboratory.
• Meaningful contributions to scientific discovery and student learning.
• A collaborative environment that values your expertise and invests in your

Contact Info

For additional information, contact: Kayla West.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Veterans' Preference

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans' Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only.

IMPORTANT: To claim Veterans' Preference, select "yes" to the question on the application questionnaire and upload a DD-214 (or equivalent), the Veterans' Preference Certification form, and other documentation if applicable with your online application before midnight of the position closing date.

Click the links for eligibility information and required documentation, or call FSU Human Resources at (850) 644-6034.

Considerations

This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.