Postdoc Research Associate

Position Title:
Postdoc Research Associate

Appointment Type:
Post Doc/Trainee

Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Computational Dynamics and Materials Laboratory led by Prof. Wenjie Xia at Iowa State University aims to develop a multiscale materials-by-design framework to facilitate design and development of high-performance multifunctional materials.

The Postdoc Research Associate will have the opportunity to work on a broad range of computation, modeling and mechanics projects related to the multifunctional behaviors of polymers, nanocomposites, advanced coatings, biointerfaces, and complex matters. The candidate will have the opportunity to work with an interdisciplinary team of researchers consisting of graduate and undergraduate researchers.

Opportunities will be provided to obtain training in teaching, grant writing, and research mentorship. The appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal in the subsequent years based on performance.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

PhD in a related engineering or science field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Research experience, including a record of scholarly publications

• Expertise in modeling and/or experimental techniques, machine learning, or other methods used for the mechanical and physical characterization of materials

• Background in soft matter and/or data-driven research in polymer science, biophysics, or related areas

Unit Website:

https://faculty.sites.iastate.edu/wxia/  

Proposed Start Date:
May 16, 2024

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
May 15, 2025

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing Program

Original Posting Date:
April 15, 2024

Posting Close Date:
April 22, 2024

Job Requisition Number:
R14411