Research Associate In Mechanical And Aerospace Engineering

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering in the School of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Virginia seeks candidates for two Research Associate positions to assist in the development of polymer composites from recycled materials in Professor Xiaodong (Chris) Li's lab.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: A PhD in one of the following fields - Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field is required by the start date of the position.

The successful candidates need to have a background in polymers, composites, and reinforcement research. Experience with polymer composite synthesis and characterization, and mechanical characterization techniques, including but not limited to scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, atomic force microscopy, and X-ray diffraction as well as mechanical testing techniques, including but not limited to tension/compression testing and indentation is required. The candidates shall be expected to research, develop, manufacture, and demonstrate polymer composites from recycled materials.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Apply online at https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs and attach a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae, and the contact information for three individuals who can provide professional reference letters.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin on November 27, 2023, but the position will remain open until filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.

This is a one-year appointment; however, appointment may be renewed for an additional two, one-year increments, contingent upon available funding and satisfactory performance.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Prof. Xiaodong (Chris) Li at xl3p@virginia.edu

For questions about the application process, please contact Rich Haverstrom, Faculty Search Advisor, at rkh6j@virginia.edu

For more information on the benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA, visit postdoc.virginia.edu and hr.virginia.edu/benefits.

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