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New York University Kawader Path 2: Post-Doctoral Associate in the Computational Solid Mechanics Lab – Professor Mobasher’s research group in United States
The Computational Solid Mechanics laboratory lead by Professor Mostafa Mobasher in the Division of Engineering, New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a Post-Doctoral Associate to work in the field of computational mechanics and computational geomechanics. Th project will focus on the development of computational models for non-linear and Multiphysics solid mechanics models using innovative numerical methods.
Research project
The successful applicant is expected to work and lead multiple research projects aimed at improving the computational efficiency of damage and fracture mechanics algorithms for multi-fracture propagation scenarios in Multiphysics conditions with multiscale considerations. The applications of this research extend to several fields, including: geomechanics, biomechanics, mechanical and structural applications, and others. The Post-Doctoral Associate will work in a multidisciplinary environment consisting of PhD-level scientists, graduate students and undergraduate students. The Research Associate is expected to continuously document research progress in the form of scientific publications to be submitted to reputable journals.
The candidate will also work on individualized research projects under the supervision of the faculty during the duration of his/her tenure.
This position is supervised by Dr. Mostafa Mobasher
Required Qualifications
A successful applicant must have a PhD in Engineering Mechanics, Civil Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering; with a focus on Computational Mechanics or a related field. Applicants are expected to demonstrate a strong research profile and extensive research experience in the development of computational solution algorithms for linear, nonlinear mechanics problems, including multiphysics problems, non-linear problems.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in Multiphysics modeling in solid mechanics framework
Experience in non-linear solid material response and fracture modeling
Experience in machine-learning modeling for solid mechanics applications
Experience in the development and coupling of numerical methods for solid mechanics modeling
Experience in modeling geomechanical systems
Experience in modeling hydraulic fracturing and carbon sequestration
CV
Statement of interest in the position
Transcript of degree(s)
Two letters of recommendation
This position is under the NYUAD Kawader program, for details regarding the program, open dates, specific program requirements, and FAQ's please refer to our NYUAD Kawader webpage: https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/postdoctoral-and-research/kawader-research-assistantship-program.html
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