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The Mechanics of Materials Department performs fundamental experimental and analytical studies to understand the mechanical behavior of materials. Our experimental work covers the entire discovery-characterization-validation spectrum. Motivated by theory and observations, we develop models and the necessary numerical methods to simulate both deformation and failure under various mechanical and environmental loading conditions. The fidelity of our models and simulations varies from atomic to
continuum scales and is driven by both fundamental studies in material behavior and specific Sandia applications.

We are seeking a post-doctoral candidate with experience and interest in developing numerical methods and models for fracture to assist with a variety of material failure modeling and simulation activities. Knowledge of fracture mechanics and experience in numerical methods and code development are required. Also desired is experience with computational fracture methods, such as adaptive insertion, strain localization, and partition of unity methods for incorporating cohesive zone approaches to modeling fracture in a finite element framework. The position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with our team of fracture and
constitutive model developers, material scientists, experimentalists and analysts to investigate and model material failure in a variety of materials and systems from atomistic to continuum length scales.

The Mechanics of Materials Department performs experimental and analytical studies to understand the mechanical behavior of materials. Our experimental work covers the entire discoverycharacterization-validation spectrum. Motivated by observations, we develop models to simulate material responses under various loading and environmental conditions. The fidelity of our models and simulations vary from atomic to continuum scales corresponding to the requirement of Sandia applications. Accuracy of the models for specific applications is validated by experimental data. Numerical codes are developed to allow implementation of the material models for high performance computing simulations.

An applied mechanics engineer with a background in computational constitutive modeling development is sought to participate in our general continuum and multiscale model development effort. The applicant is also expected to implement models into Sandia computer codes for high performance computing simulations. In addition, the candidate will collaborate with structural analysts to apply these advanced models to Sandia applications.

MECHANICAL AND AEROSPACE ENGINEERING

POSITION: The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering invites applications for one or more TENURE-TRACK or TENURED FACULTY POSITIONS at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor levels. Successful candidates will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and to establish a vigorous extramurally funded research program.

QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. or equivalent degree.

RANK AND SALARY: Level of appointment commensurate with qualifications; salary based on published UC pay scales.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: November 30, 2006.

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The Department of Mechanical Engineering, The Technical University of Denmark and Risø National Laborarory together seek a candidate for a Post Doc position. This position concerns growth of debonds in sandwich structures subjected to cyclic loads. The main research areas where these methods are to be developed include: Fracture mechanics for material interfaces, crack propagation modelling in structural components, material testing of sandwich face/core interface properties and experimental life time prediction of structural components.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering, The Technical University of Denmark and Risø National Laborarory together seek a candidate for a Post Doc position. This position concerns growth of debonds in sandwich structures subjected to cyclic loads.

The Engineering Science and Mechanics Department at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in computational mechanics at the assistant professor level. Exceptional candidates at the associate or full professor level will also be considered. Candidates are sought with a foundation and research interests in mechanics across all scales from the molecular to the macroscopic, including expertise in: efficient massive and nonlinear computations; molecular and multiscale simulations; innovative and efficient approaches to nonlinear FEM for large deformations, inhomogeneities, and/or inclusions; problems with evolving microstructure such as phase transitions and damage evolution; massively parallel simulations of large systems of equations; novel numerical/empirical approaches to modeling multiscale constitutive behavior of composite, biological or otherwise novel material systems.

Finding an academic job is like finding a perfect match. Universities advertise openings, you choose a list of places to apply. Nowadays an opening can easily attract hundreds of applicants, of which several are invited for on-campus interview. When the whole process is over, there might be a perfect match between you and a department (Congratulations!), while sometimes there is not.

 University of Michigan, tenure-track faculty positions

The Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, invites applications for tenure-track faculty positions in various areas of mechanical engineering including design and manufacturing, dynamics, systems and controls, materials and solid mechanics and thermal/fluid sciences. Candidates with research interests in automotive engineering, biotechnology, eco/sustainable systems, energy-systems, manufacturing, and micro/nano systems are particularly encouraged to apply.

Applicants should have an earned Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related fields, a demonstrated record for conducting independent research, and the potential for leadership and impact in teaching and research. Appointments at all levels will be considered. For best consideration, candidates should apply by February 28, 2007, but the positions will remain open until filled.

THE UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA, Assistant/Associate Professor

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of British Columbia invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in CAD/CAM. The starting date will be July 1, 2007, or as soon as possible thereafter.

The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field and will be expected to register as a Professional Engineer in British Columbia. The Department has an Industrial Research Chair (IRC) in High Performance Virtual Machining supported by NSERC and Pratt & Whitney Canada. In addition to the regular faculty appointment, the successful candidate will be appointed as NSERC-Pratt & Whitney Canada Associate Industrial Research Chair for a five-year period following the successful renewal of the IRC. He/She will be expected to participate in virtual machining research. We are particularly interested in candidates who have strong practical engineering skills and experience, and who are keen to teach Engineering Design courses at the undergraduate level and CAD/CAM courses at the graduate level. Further information on the department is available at www.mech.ubc.ca, and information on the employment environment in the Faculty of Applied Science is available at www.apsc.ubc.ca/careers.

The University of British Columbia hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The position is subject to final budgetary approval. Applicants should submit a detailed resume, a statement (1-2 pages) of research and teaching interests, and names and addresses (fax/email included) of four referees to Professor Nimal Rajapakse, P.Eng., Head, Department of Mechanical Engineering, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, B.C., Canada V6T 1Z4. The deadline for receipt of applications is November 30, 2006. Please do not forward applications by email.