20247BR
Civil/Environ/Arch Engineering
Position Overview
The Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering at the University of Kansas invites applications for multiple full-time Postdoctoral Research Associates to support multidisciplinary research on (1) repairing/retrofitting reinforced concrete structures with fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) materials and (2) computer vision-based inspection/monitoring of large-scale reinforced concrete structures. Highly qualified candidates with any of the following backgrounds are particularly encouraged to apply:
This is a 1-yr appointment with possibility of reappointment based on performance and funding availability. Preferred start will be in January 2022 or earlier. These positions involve working closely with faculty members and students on high-profile research projects related to repair and retrofitting of structures using fiber-reinforced polymers; inspection and damage detection in large concrete structures.
Job Description
80% - Research
- Conduct and oversee laboratory and/or computational research.
- Supervise graduate and undergraduate students with their research.
- Train students on proper procedures and safety regulations for the laboratory.
- Analyze data associated with conducted research.
- Prepare and present updates on ongoing research.
- Provide written reports on research progress.
- Participate in group meetings and present seminars to scientific community.
Position Requirements
- Postdoctoral Research Associates must be able to relocate to Lawrence, KS and work on-site at the University of Kansas.
- Some out-of-state travel may be required to conduct field work as necessary; travel is anticipated to be less than 4 weeks per year.
Required Qualifications
Candidates will be evaluated on their research experience and communication skills, as evidenced by (i) CV and cover letter, (ii) prior research publications and/or patent applications, (iii) references, and (iv) interview by videoconference.
NOTE: To be appointed at the Postdoctoral Researcher title, it is necessary to have the PhD conferred at the time of hire. Appointments made without a diploma or certified transcript indicating an earned doctorate are conditional hires and are appointed on an interim basis not to exceed 6-months. Upon verification of degree the appointment will be extended to its full duration.
Preferred Qualifications
Contact Information to Applicants
Caroline Bennett, [email protected]
Additional Candidate Instruction
Applications should include a cover letter, CV, a brief statement of research experience and interests, and the contact information for three references.
Review of applications will begin November 15, 2021 and continue until all positions are filled.
Advertised Salary Range
Starting at $53,000, commensurate with experience
Application Review Begins
15-Nov-2021
Anticipated Start Date
03-Jan-2022
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Employee Class
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Work Schedule
M-F, 40 hrs/week
Conditions of Employment
Contingent on Funding, Limited Term
Work Location Assignment
On-Site
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity and Access, [email protected], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY (for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses).
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