New York University Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
New York University: NYU - Global: Abu Dhabi: AD_Research Centers
Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Open Date
May 29, 2025
Description
The Research Center SHORES seeks to recruit a Postdoctoral Associate to work in the field of geotechnical engineering.
Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field, and should demonstrate strong expertise in at least two of the following areas:
Large-deformation numerical modeling (e.g., Coupled Eulerian-Lagrangian (CEL), Material Point Method (MPM), or advanced Finite Element Methods).
Physical modeling of tunnel excavation and ground response (e.g., geotechnical centrifuge testing, lab-scale TBM experiments).
Probabilistic and reliability-based analysis applied to underground structures.
Advanced subsurface characterization techniques integrating geotechnical and geophysical data....