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

New York University; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 293,000 - 368,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global university in the UAE is seeking a motivated postdoctoral associate to conduct innovative research in resilient infrastructure design technology. Candidates should have a PhD in relevant engineering fields, strong communication skills, and a proven track record in publishing peer-reviewed research. The role involves mentoring students and participating in high-quality research environments. A competitive salary and benefits package, including medical insurance and housing allowance, is offered.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Medical insurance

Housing allowance

Annual home leave

Educational subsidies for children

Qualifications

• PhD degree in relevant engineering fields required.
• Previous experience in mentoring undergraduate or junior graduate students.
• Track record in writing and publishing peer-reviewed journal publications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality experimental, analytical, or computational research.
• Publish results in peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Mentor undergraduate students and participate in grant proposals.

Skills

Strong communication and presentation skills

Expertise in programming using Python and C

Expertise in computational mechanics

Mentoring experience

Education

PhD degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical or Material Engineering

Tools

Finite element simulation and modeling

Laboratory experimental testing

Job description

Position Overview

The FutureGeneration of Resilient and Infrastructure Design Technology Hub (FutureGRID TecH) in the Division of Engineering at New York University Abu Dhabi seeks to recruit one or more motivated postdoctoral associates (or research scientist for experienced candidates with 5 years of post‑PhD experience). The candidates will work under the supervision of FutureGRID TecH director Dr. Mohamed Moustafa to carry out cutting‑edge research in the broad area of future structures and resilient infrastructure systems with interest in applications of new and emerging technologies.

Areas of Interest

• advanced construction and reinforcement materials (UHPC ECC SMA)
• UHPC mix development, material characterization, modeling and structural design
• structural 3D printing (metals, concrete and composites)
• computational mechanics and structural topology optimization
• vision‑based structural health monitoring
• autonomous and drone‑based infrastructure inspection and vibration monitoring

Qualifications

• PhD degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical or Material Engineering (other related fields such as Computer Science, Nuclear Engineering, Material Science welcomed)
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Track record in writing and publishing peer‑reviewed journal publications
• Previous or relevant experience in mentoring or supervising undergraduate student research or junior graduate students

Preferred Qualifications

• Formal training, education or certification in a secondary area (beyond the main PhD focus) such as additive manufacturing, advanced/hybrid manufacturing, machine learning, artificial intelligence, computer vision, robotics, UAVs, computational fluid dynamics, etc.
• Expertise in programming and coding (preferably using Python and C) and GUI development
• Expertise in computational mechanics and finite element simulation and modeling
• Expertise in laboratory and multiscale experimental testing at the material component and structural levels

Responsibilities

The candidates will work in a multidisciplinary environment consisting of PhD‑level scientists and undergraduate students to conduct high‑quality innovative and independent experimental, analytical, and/or computational research, publish research work and results in scientific peer‑reviewed journals and conferences, mentor undergraduate students, and participate in writing research grant proposals.

Application Documents

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae with full publication list
• Statement of research interests and plan
• Three sample (recent and/or most relevant) journal publications
• Contact details of two references

Terms of Employment

The terms of employment include a highly competitive salary, medical insurance, housing allowance, annual home leave, travel, and educational subsidies for children (if applicable). Applications will be accepted immediately and candidates will be considered until the positions are filled.

About NYU Abu Dhabi

NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree‑granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York and NYU Shanghai form the backbone of NYU’s global network university – an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation and sharing through its academic research and creative activities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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