Multiple Postdoctoral Research Positions Available Immediately at University of Maryland, College Park

Description 

Applications are invited for multiple postdoctoral research positions in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at University of Maryland, College Park (UMD).  Successful candidates will participate in a vibrant interdisciplinary and collaborative research group and be involved in projects pursuing research in the field of novel sustainable materials with exceptional properties. Applicants in the following two areas are welcome:

Area 1: Materials processing, characterization and testing

Requirements:

1. A Ph.D. in engineering (materials science, mechanical, chemical), chemistry or physics
2. Research experience in at least two of the following areas: material processing (chemical/physical), materials characterization (SEM/TEM/AFM/Raman, etc), material property testing (mechanical/thermal/optical/chemical)
3. Published at least 3 journal papers as first author (or co-first).
4. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
5. Team working spirit, initiative-taking and hard-working.

To submit your application to Area 1, 

1. Compile a SINGLE PDF including a cover letter describing your research experience and interests, a CV and the names and email address of at least three references. 
2. Name this PDF as Area1_LastName_InstitutionName.pdf (e.g., Area1_Clark_UMD.pdf)
3. Email this PDF to: Area1.3hyssz74f77e4tev@u.box.com (which will be automatically uploaded for immediate review)

Area 2: Mechanics modeling and computational materials science

Requirements:

1. A Ph.D. in engineering (mechanical, materials science) or physics
2. Research experience in at least two of the following areas: DFT calculation, atomistic simulations (MD/MM), coarse grained modeling, finite element modeling. Multiscale modeling skills will be be particularly favorable.
3. Published at least 3 journal papers as first author (or co-first).
4. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
5. Team working spirit, initiative-taking and hard-working.

To submit your application to Area 2, 

1. Compile a SINGLE PDF including a cover letter describing your research experience and interests, a CV and the names and email address of at least three references. 
2. Name this PDF as Area2_LastName_InstitutionName.pdf (e.g., Area2_Clark_UMD.pdf)
3. Email this PDF to: Area2.u4y0ep8o3udzgun9@u.box.com(which will be automatically uploaded for immediate review)

The positions in both areas are available immediately. The employment will be for a period of one year and may be renewed thereafter subject to productivity evaluation.  Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue to be accepted until all positions are filled.  Inquiries can be sent to:  

Professor Teng Li
Department of Mechanical Engineering
University of Maryland, College Park
Email: lit@umd.edu
Web: lit.umd.edu