Postdoctoral AssociateResearch Scientist in the Division of Engineering Civil and Urban Enginee[...]

New York University; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 220,000 - 294,000; Full time

Job summary

An international research university in Abu Dhabi seeks motivated postdoctoral associates or research scientists to focus on resilient infrastructure systems and emerging technologies. The ideal candidates will hold a PhD in engineering fields and possess strong communication skills and publication records. The position offers competitive salary, medical insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Housing allowance

Annual leave

Travel and educational subsidies

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and a publication record are essential.
• Experience mentoring students is required.
• Training in additive manufacturing, machine learning, AI is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality research and publish results.
• Mentor students and participate in grant writing.
• Work within a multidisciplinary environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Publication record in peer-reviewed journals

Experience mentoring students

Education

PhD in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Material Engineering

Tools

Python

C

Job description

The Future Generation of Resilient and Infrastructure Design Technology Hub (FutureGRID TecH) at New York University Abu Dhabi seeks to recruit one or more motivated postdoctoral associates (or research scientists for candidates with 5+ years of post-PhD experience). Candidates will work under the supervision of Dr. Mohamed Moustafa to conduct research in future structures and resilient infrastructure systems, focusing on applications of emerging technologies. Key areas of interest include:

• Advanced construction and reinforcement materials (UHPC, ECC, SMA)
• UHPC mix development, material characterization, modeling, and structural design
• Structural 3D printing (metals, concrete, composites)
• Computational mechanics and structural topology optimization
• Vision-based structural health monitoring
• Autonomous and drone-based infrastructure inspection and vibration monitoring

Applicants must hold a PhD in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Material Engineering. Related fields such as Computer Science, Nuclear Engineering, and Material Science are also considered. Qualifications include strong communication skills, a publication record in peer-reviewed journals, and experience mentoring students. Additional qualifications that are a plus include:

• Training or certification in additive manufacturing, machine learning, AI, computer vision, robotics, UAVs, CFD
• Programming expertise (Python, C, GUI development)
• Experience in computational mechanics, finite element modeling
• Laboratory and multiscale experimental testing at material and structural levels

The role involves working in a multidisciplinary environment, conducting high-quality research, publishing results, mentoring students, and participating in grant writing. To apply, submit in PDF format via Interfolio:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae with publications
• Research statement
• Three recent or relevant journal publications
• Contact details of two references

Terms of employment include a competitive salary, medical insurance, housing allowance, annual leave, travel, and educational subsidies for children if applicable. Applications are accepted immediately until positions are filled. For inquiries, contact via email.

About NYUAD:

NYU Abu Dhabi is a research university offering a liberal arts and sciences undergraduate program, part of NYU's global network. It fosters international mobility and scholarly exchange, serving as a hub for research and creative activities in the Arab world and beyond.

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