Post-Doctoral Associate in Mechanical Engineering
Drive research on advanced fiber-reinforced polymer-concrete architected composites at NYU Abu Dhabi.
Best for:Best for experimental and computational materials researchers with a strong background in structural mechanics and Abaqus/Ansys simulation.
Overview
The Applied Computational Engineering laboratory at New York University Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Associate to investigate fiber-reinforced, polymer-concrete architected composites. The successful candidate will lead advanced projects focusing on the mechanics of innovative materials and structures, combining numerical modeling with experimental testing and prototyping. Responsibilities include analyzing static, fatigue, and dynamic loading phenomena for applications in mechanical, civil, aerospace, and bioengineering sectors. The appointee will thrive within a dynamic, multidisciplinary team of senior researchers, graduate students, and undergraduates.
What you'll do
- Develop and investigate fiber-reinforced, polymer-concrete architected composites.
- Design and execute numerical models to explain physical observations of material behavior.
- Conduct advanced manufacturing, prototyping, and experimental testing tasks.
- Investigate static, fatigue, and dynamic loading phenomena across diverse engineering applications.
- Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of doctoral students, senior researchers, and faculty.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Engineering or a related field
Language: English
Instruction: English
Publications: Full publication list required in CV
- Proficiency in programming for engineering applications
- Expertise in Abaqus and Ansys software suites
- Strong background in experimental testing and manufacturing
- Advanced numerical analysis skills
- PhD awarded within the past 5 years
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-12
Prepare your application documents including a cover letter, CV with a full publication list, transcript, and a statement of research interests. Submit all required files in PDF format through the provided application portal. Direct any informal inquiries via email to Prof. Karathanasopoulos.
- Cover letter
- CV
- Full publication list
- Transcript
- Statement of research interests
Contact
Karathanasopoulos· Professor
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