Temporary Research Associate – Additive Manufacturing

utoledo.edu; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Toledo invites applications for a Temporary Researcher in the Elahinia Research Group within the Department of MIME. The role focuses on advanced materials, additive manufacturing, shape memory alloys, and smart materials, contributing to ongoing research projects.

The candidate will plan, execute, analyze, and document experiments, providing technical support and working closely with a multidisciplinary team. A PhD in a related field is required for this research-focused position.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or closely related field.
• Demonstrated research experience in additive manufacturing, shape memory alloys, advanced materials, smart materials, or related engineering fields.
• Experience with experimental design, materials characterization, data analysis, and technical report or manuscript preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assist planning, execution, analysis, and documentation of research activities.
• Provide technical support to ongoing research projects.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary research environment.

Skills

Research Experience

Additive Manufacturing

Shape Memory Alloys

Materials Characterization

Data Analysis

Technical Writing

Independent Work

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

PhD in Materials Science and Engineering

Job description

University of Toledo invites applications for a Temporary Researcher in the Elahinia Research Group within the Department of MIME. The role focuses on advanced materials, additive manufacturing, shape memory alloys, and smart materials, contributing to ongoing research projects.

The candidate will plan, execute, analyze, and document experiments, providing technical support and working closely with a multidisciplinary team. A PhD in a related field is required for this research-focused position.