Post-Doctoral Associate in the Division of Engineering (Civil & Urban Engineering) & Center for[...]

New York University; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

New York University Abu Dhabi seeks a Postdoctoral Associate in Resilient Concrete Structures to engage in cutting-edge research. Candidates will work on UHPC mix development, structural 3D printing, and soil-structure interaction, contributing to a multidisciplinary environment with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Housing allowance

Annual travel

Educational subsidies for children

Qualifications

• Record of peer-reviewed publications required.
• Experience mentoring undergraduate or graduate students.
• Training in additive manufacturing or 3D concrete printing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct innovative experimental, analytical, and computational research.
• Publish in scientific journals and mentor students.
• Contribute to research grant proposals.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Mentoring

Education

PhD in Civil Engineering

PhD in Structural Engineering

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

PhD in Material Engineering

PhD in Nuclear Engineering

PhD in Material Science

Tools

Python

C++

3D printing

Experimental testing

Job description

Job Opportunity: Postdoctoral Associate in Resilient Concrete Structures

The Center for Sand Hazards and Opportunities in Resilience, Energy, and Sustainability (SHORES) and the Division of Engineering at New York University Abu Dhabi are seeking motivated postdoctoral associates to engage in cutting-edge research on resilient concrete structures. Key research areas include:

1. UHPC mix development, material characterization, structural design, and precast applications.
2. Structural 3D printing (metals, concrete, and composites) at multiple scales.
3. Soil-structure interaction and resilient foundation systems.
4. Small-scale structural centrifuge testing and physical modeling.
5. Advanced instrumentation and experimental simulation.

Candidates must hold a PhD in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Material Engineering. Degrees in related fields such as Nuclear Engineering or Material Science are also considered.

Required qualifications include excellent communication and presentation skills, a record of peer-reviewed publications, and experience mentoring undergraduate or graduate students. Additional qualifications that are advantageous include:

• Training or certification in areas like additive manufacturing, 3D concrete printing, soil-structure interaction, or centrifuge testing.
• Expertise in laboratory and multi-scale experimental testing, 3D printing, physical modeling, programming (Python and C++), and computational tool development.

The successful candidates will work in a multidisciplinary environment, conducting innovative experimental, analytical, and computational research. Responsibilities include publishing in scientific journals, mentoring students, and contributing to research grant proposals.

Application materials (PDF format) to be submitted via Interfolio include:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae with publication list
• Research interests and plan statement
• Three recent or relevant journal publications
• Contact details of two references
• Transcript

Terms of employment feature a competitive salary, medical insurance, housing allowance, annual travel, and educational subsidies for children. Applications are accepted immediately until the positions are filled.

For inquiries, contact Dr. Mohamed Moustafa at [e-mail].

About NYUAD:

NYU Abu Dhabi is a research university offering a liberal arts and sciences undergraduate program, part of NYU’s global network of campuses across six continents, fostering an international and multicultural academic environment. It serves as a hub for scholarly thought, research, and knowledge sharing in the Arab world.

EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Employer. UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.