Research Associate – Post Doc
Job Number: 746
Posted: 9/18/2009
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock seeks applicants to fill the position of research on modeling and novel design of elastic metamaterials – Post Doc (Req. #746). This full-time 12-month appointment will carry a competitive salary and excellent benefits. The position will begin November 15th 2009 or soon thereafter, requires both analytical modeling and experimental testing skills and highly qualified research track in this field.
Description of duties: The position is for an air force research project whose goal is to actively conduct the research in the new field of elastic metamaterials. The duty includes active collaboration with researchers and supervising of graduate students. He or she will participate with faculty in proposal development, assisting in the planning, specification, and design of new elastic metamaterials.
The incumbent will have the opportunity to pursue research in elastic metamaterials under the supervision of the lead research scientists. Highly qualified research experience in the following areas of elastic metamateials desired: wave propagation, micromechanics, nonlocal continuum theory, composite material fabrication.
Qualification requirements: Earned doctorate with dissertation research in an appropriate field (such as wave propagation, modeling or design of elastic metamaterials or acoustic metamaterials). Documented skill in computing and research experience in metamaterials will be necessary for successfully achieving project goals. Research experience with a record of publications in one or more related areas is highly desirable. The successful candidate will demonstrate technical competency, a commitment to team research and quality, excellent communication skills and the ability to work with other researchers and students.
To apply send a letter of application (referencing Req. # 746) stating qualifications and background for this position; curriculum vitae; and three professional references to: University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Attn: Kristi Wright, Unit Coordinator, Graduate Institute of Technology, 2801 S. University, Little Rock, AR 72204. Direct all technical inquiries to: glhuang@ualr.edu. Electronic submissions are preferred, direct all other inquires and applications to gitpositions@ualr.edu reference Req. #746 in the subject line (PDF preferred); or (501) 569-8210 or fax (501) 569-8039.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled.
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