Postdoc: Timber Building Acoustics & Vibration Modeling

National Research Council Canada; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research organization in Ottawa is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to join their acoustics team focusing on measurement and prediction of structure-borne noise in timber buildings. Candidates should have a recent PhD in relevant engineering fields and experience with experimental design. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid work options, and opportunities for career development and research impact.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental coverage

Robust pension plan

Career development resources

Qualifications

• PhD obtained within the past three years or expected completion within 6 months.
• Experience with building acoustic measurements (e.g., transmission loss).
• Strong analytical skills for data evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct measurement data collection using accelerometers.
• Analyze data to contribute to prediction models.
• Participate in vibration measurements in the lab with teammates.

Skills

Experimental design and analysis

Measurement using accelerometers

Working independently and as part of a research team

Education

PhD in a relevant field of engineering

Tools

Acoustic measurement tools

Job description

A leading research organization in Ottawa is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to join their acoustics team focusing on measurement and prediction of structure-borne noise in timber buildings. Candidates should have a recent PhD in relevant engineering fields and experience with experimental design. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid work options, and opportunities for career development and research impact.