15 professor mechanical engineering jobs found

JOB TITLE Post-Doctoral Fellow LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Mechanical & Materials Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY One opening is available now for a postdoctoral researcher on optical fiber sensor development. The proposed optical fiber sensors will enable differentiation of complex mixtures of gasses and aromas, with potential applications ranging from the food industry, pharmaceutical industry, advanced manufacturing, and defense purposes. The project is sponsored by U.S. Army Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC), and the technology has been attracting interests from various industrial members in the food and pharma industries, with one company in the process of licensing this technology from WPI. The postdoc researcher will be mentored closely while being granted their own freedom of pursuing new ideas, providing that the progress on the sponsored project is satisfactory. The training of...

JOB TITLE Post-Doctoral Fellow LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Mechanical & Materials Engineering - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Applications are invited for a postdoctoral researcher in the area of optical sensor development for structural integrity assessment. The successful candidate will contribute to a research project focused on developing and validating a Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) sensor for measuring strain on Composite Overwrapped Pressure Vessels. This work is a collaborative effort between academia and industry, and it will be conducted under the mentorship of Prof. Ahmet Can Sabuncu at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI). Salary: $60,000 annual. The position is full-time and for one-year, with the possibility of renewal contingent on continued funding and performance. JOB DESCRIPTION Required skills and qualifications: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering,...

JOB TITLE Post-Doctoral Fellow LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Mechanical & Materials Engineering - NFR JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Post-Doctoral Fellow conducts independent and collaborative research in fundamental research in mechanical engineering. The position exists to advance research objectives through computational investigation, data analysis, and dissemination of results. This role contributes to peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, student mentorship, and the overall research mission of the laboratory while supporting the professional development of the postdoctoral scholar. JOB DESCRIPTION RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct independent and collaborative research and prepare peer-reviewed journal articles, conference papers, and technical reports to disseminate research findings. Contribute to the development of research proposals, including literature review,...

  New York University: NYU - Global: Abu Dhabi: AD_Research Centers: Center on Stability, Instability and Turbulence (SITE) Location Abu Dhabi, UAE Open Date Jul 12, 2024 Description   The Research Center on Stability, Instability and Turbulence (SITE) a center of the Research Institute, New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a Post-Doctoral Associate to work in the fluid mechanics laboratory for experimental fluid dynamics.  SITE is inviting applications for fully-funded postdoctoral research associate positions. SITE is highly interdisciplinary and aims to develop novel enabling technology on hydrodynamic stability analysis that has applications in the study of the development of singularities, the long-time behavior of complex systems, the formation of spatial patterns, the transition between stability and instability, and the first steps of transition towards turbulence that appear...

  New York University: NYU - Global: Abu Dhabi: AD_Engineering: AD_Electrical Engineering Location Abu Dhabi, UAE Open Date Apr 17, 2025 Description The Applied Interactive Multimedia laboratory in the Division of Engineering, New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a motivated research or postdoctoral associate to lead the design, development, and validation of material, control systems, and algorithms for next-generation soft haptic actuators and experiences. Note that the research involves...

  New York University: NYU - Global: Abu Dhabi: AD_Engineering Location Abu Dhabi, UAE Open Date Jun 17, 2025 Description   The Laboratory of Applied Nonlinear Dynamics (L.A.N.D) within the Division of Engineering at New York University, Abu Dhabi is seeking to appoint one Postdoctoral Researcher starting September 2025. The successful candidate must have previous research experience (computational and experimental) in the broad area of Nonlinear Mechanics. Applicants must have received a Ph.D. in...

  New York University: NYU - Global: Abu Dhabi: AD_Research Centers Location Abu Dhabi Open Date Jan 08, 2025 Description The Center for Smart Engineering Materials (CSEM), New York University Abu Dhabi,seeks to recruit a post-doctoral associate to work on the development, characterization, and applications of novel self- sensing concrete with a dual capability of self healing through the integration of smart technologies. The successful applicant will work on four main areas leading to the success of this fascinating project: To design and assess the performance of self-sensing cementitious materials endowed with high sensitivity, resistance to temperature, and durability under the highly basic environment of concrete. To develop structural-health-monitoring networks specifically directed toward the oil and gas industry. To develop novel self-healing cementitious materials through chemical...

  New York University: NYU - Global: Abu Dhabi: AD_Engineering: AD_Mechanical Engineering Location Abu Dhabi Open Date Dec 04, 2024 Description Are you passionate about advancing robotics and artificial intelligence? The Robot Learning & Control laboratory in the Division of Engineering at NYU Abu Dhabi is seeking a highly motivated Post-Doctoral Associate to join our team with a strong background in robot control, machine learning, and differential geometry to work on the development of advanced...

  New York University: NYU - Global: Abu Dhabi: AD_Research Centers Location Abu Dhabi, UAE Open Date May 16, 2025 Description The Center for Translational Medical Devices (CENTMED) at New York University Abu Dhabi seeks to recruit a Research Scientist to contribute to the Surface Chemistry of Implants and Fabrication of Polymer Medical Devices. The successful applicant will collaborate with faculty and researchers at CENTMED to enhance the surface chemistry of implant materials, improving biocompatibility and osteointegration. This will involve surface modification of implants through methods such as plasma treatment, silanization, and the application of specialty coatings to impart corrosion resistance. Additionally, the candidate will develop polymeric lubricious coatings for catheters to minimize injury to blood vessels during the trans-catheterization process. They will characterize the surface...

  New York University: NYU - Global: Abu Dhabi: AD_Research Centers Location Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Open Date Jun 26, 2025 Description The Water Research Center at New York University Abu Dhabi seeks to recruit a postdoctoral associate to work on the development of responsive membranes with in situ switchable properties , under the supervision of Professor Nidal Hilal, Director of the Water Research Center and Global Professor of Engineering and professor Raed Hashaikeh, Professor of Mechanical Engineering. The successful applicant will lead an innovative project focused on the development of surface-patterned membranes with tailored surface features designed to enhance the performance of microfiltration (MF), ultrafiltration (UF), membrane distillation (MD), and nanofiltration (NF) processes. The role involves advanced membrane fabrication techniques and a range of membrane characterization...

  New York University: NYU - Global: Abu Dhabi: AD_Research Centers Location Abu Dhabi, UAE Open Date Jul 01, 2025 Description The Water Research Center (WRC) at NYU Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate to contribute to cutting-edge research on membrane fouling and functional membranes, including electrically conductive membranes. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Professor Raed Hashaikeh in the Mechanical Engineering Department, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of researchers and graduate students. The postdoctoral associate will have access to state-of-the-art research facilities at NYUAD. This position supports two interconnected research streams: Investigating membrane fouling mechanisms and mitigation strategies in desalination and water treatment processes. Developing and optimizing functional membranes, including electrically...

Postdoctoral Researcher in the Oxidative Chemical Vapor Deposition of Functional Building Blocks for Energy Applications Fixed term contract | Belval | up to 15 Months Are you passionate about research? So are we! Come and join us The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) is a Research and Technology Organization (RTO) active in the fields of materials, environment and IT. By transforming scientific knowledge into technologies, smart data and tools, LIST empowers citizens in their choices, public authorities in their decisions and businesses in their strategies. Do you want to know more about LIST? Check our website: https://www.list.lu/ How will you contribute? The CLEANH3 project investigates the gas phase synthesis of advanced polymer catalyst thin films for the conversion of small and low-energy molecules into advanced chemicals and fuels. The postdoctoral researcher will work on the oxidative chemical vapor deposition of unexplored building...

Prairie View A&M University Postdoctoral Researcher (Structural Engineering) - NCIT Job Title Postdoctoral Researcher (Structural Engineering) - NCIT Agency Prairie View A&M University Department Department of Civil Engineering Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Prairie View, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description The Prairie View A&M University National Center for Infrastructure Transformation (NCIT) seeks a dynamic and motivated Postdoctoral Researcher in Structural Engineering. The postdoctoral researcher will lead and participate in interdisciplinary, funded research projects related to surface transportation infrastructure systems. The selected candidate is expected to have the necessary background, assist with expanding NCIT's external funding portfolio through grant proposals, as well as work collaboratively with the NCIT leadership and faculty researchers to plan, develop and implement programs that meet the goals of...

  New York University: NYU - Global: Abu Dhabi: AD_Engineering Location Abu Dhabi, UAE Open Date Jun 16, 2025 Description The Clinical Artificial Intelligence Lab at NYU Abu Dhabi seeks to improve patient care by developing new machine learning methodologies that tackle unique computational problems in healthcare applications. We use large real-world complex datasets, including data extracted from electronic health records and medical images, for applications pertaining to patient diagnostics and prognostics....

  New York University: NYU - Global: Abu Dhabi: AD_Research Centers Location Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Open Date Jun 26, 2025 Description NYUAD Water Research Center at New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a research scientist to work on the development of membrane desalination to treat water from the Arabian Gulf feed sources and on the design and scale-up of low energy membranes for water purification, under the supervision of Professor Nidal Hilal, Director of the Water Research Center and Global Professor of Engineering. The successful applicant will drive an exciting project on developing functional membrane materials, including nanostructured polymer membranes tailored to microfiltration, ultrafiltration, membrane distillation, nanofiltration and reverse osmosis. The candidate will employ advanced membrane fabrication techniques and characterization tools (SEM, TEM, DSC, TGA, BET,...