Postdoc: Computational Biomechanics & Data-Driven Modeling

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VT); Blacksburg, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech's STRETCH Lab invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate to conduct research in computational biomechanics and data-driven modeling within a multidisciplinary women’s health program. The role involves developing models, integrating data, validating predictions, and publishing findings while mentoring students and collaborating with faculty and postdoctoral researchers.

The successful candidate will contribute to model development, data analysis, and dissemination through

Qualifications

• PhD awarded no more than four years prior to appointment with at least one year remaining
• Experience in computational mechanics or biomechanics
• Experience with scientific programming (Python/MATLAB/C/C++) and publications

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement computational models of biological tissues
• Integrate experimental and computational data for validation
• Contribute to publications and presentations
• Mentor students involved in related research activities

Skills

Computational modeling

Scientific programming

Scholarly communication

Independent work

Mentoring

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Python

MATLAB

C/C++

Job description

Virginia Tech's STRETCH Lab invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate to conduct research in computational biomechanics and data-driven modeling within a multidisciplinary women’s health program. The role involves developing models, integrating data, validating predictions, and publishing findings while mentoring students and collaborating with faculty and postdoctoral researchers.

The successful candidate will contribute to model development, data analysis, and dissemination through