Faculty Mentor - PSEG Undergraduate Summer Research

Job Description

This position serves as an academic advisor to students and monitors their performance.

Bachelors Degree is required; Masters Degree preferred.

Previous academic advisement or teaching experience necessary.

Position Summary

The PSEG Summer Undergraduate Research Program is designed to provide students with a structured, immersive research experience.

Participants will work on multidisciplinary projects under the guidance of a faculty mentor, with the aim of deepening their understanding of sustainability and environmental justice.

Faculty mentors will guide undergraduate scholars through all stages of their research project, offering support, feedback, and professional development.

Responsibilities


* Guide students in defining and refining their research topic.


* Support development of research design and methodology.


* Oversee data collection, analysis, and interpretation.


* Guide students in writing research reports, posters, and dissemination materials.


* Provide regular feedback and mentorship throughout the program.


* Coordinate with program staff to monitor student progress.


* Attend and support student presentations at the January 2026 Research Poster Presentation event at Stevens.

Required Education and Experience


* Ph.D.

or terminal degree in a relevant field (e.g., environmental science, sustainability, engineering, public policy, social sciences, or related disciplines).


* Demonstrated experience in mentoring undergraduate or graduate students in research.


* Active research agenda aligned with themes of sustainability, environmental justice, or related interdisciplinary areas.


* Commitment to supporting student learning and fostering an inclusive, collaborative research environment.

Department
Civil Environmental & Ocean Engineering

Compensation Range
In compliance with the New Jersey Wage Transparency Act, the semi-monthly base range for this position is Total Stipend of $2500 allowance for 10 weeks of participation/lab expenses .

This range represents the University’s good faith estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Stevens Institute of Technology determines compensation based on factors including the position’s scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s experience, education, skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational considerations.

The final salary will be set considering departmental budget, qualifications, and relevant credentials.

This pay range represents base pay only and excludes additional forms of compensation, such as incentives, stipends, or other applicable pay components.

For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to the Stevens Institute of Technology Benefits Guidebook, available at:

Benefits Guidebook


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