CTL Research Associate Opportunities

An agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce, the National Institute of Standards and Technology's primary mission is to promote U.S. economic growth by working with industry to develop and apply technology, measurements, and standards. The NIST Communication Technology Laboratory (CTL) is an unbiased, independent authority providing expertise in communications technology. We assist government and industry by developing trusted measurements and standards and by advancing communications technology through the creation of precision instrumentation, test protocols, models, and simulation tools.

CTL is seeking talented and qualified individuals. We invite you to explore the exciting opportunities linked below. While qualified U.S. citizens are preferred, we encourage all qualified persons to express interest. Each link provides a detailed description of the available position.

What is a Research Associate Position?
Research Associate positions offer a unique chance to contribute to impactful, cutting-edge research in a highly collaborative environment. As an Associate, you will:

• Work side-by-side with world-class NIST researchers on our campuses.
• Work with NIST’s world-class facilities and equipment.
• Receive salary and benefits through a partnering university or contracting organization.

These are not Federal employment positions.

How to Apply
If you are interested in one of these opportunities, please email the appropriate contact listed below. Be sure to include the opportunity title in the email subject line or body.

Opportunities to work at CTL are linked below.