August 30, 2013
Two Open Ph.D. Positions in Biomechanics
University of Connecticut, Storrs
Two Ph.D. positions (to fill this year)
(1) Computational Biomechanics: Mathematical modeling and simulation of biomechanical systems from the cellular to the tissue level; implementation of algorithms and material models into finite element codes such as FEAP. Strong background in solid mechanics necessary and some experience with numerical methods desirable.
(2) Experimental Biomechanics: Mechanical and/or optical investigations of soft biological tissues at the macro and microscopic levels. Strong background in mechanics necessary and some experience with mechanical testing desirable.
The Ideal Candidate
Motivated, self-sufficient and creative; strong background in mathematics and mechanics; excellent experience/knowledge of soft biological tissues, particularly cartilage mechanics; prepared to work in a team and to cooperate with medical doctors from both the UConn Health Center and the New England Musculoskeletal Institute; willingness to travel nationally and internationally for research experience; fluency in English; prepared to supervise Masters-level students and project employees at the Pierce Lab.
Candidates for these positions should submit the following as a single PDF file to Professor Pierce via e-mail (submissions are requested by December 1, 2013):
1. Cover letter including a description of:
a. Research interests,
b. Why you feel qualified for this position,
c. How this position will contribute to long term career plans;
2. CV including contact information for at least three references;
3. Selected publications demonstrating research expertise (if available).
Contact
David M. Pierce, Ph.D.
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Department of Mathematics
191 Auditorium Rd. Unit 3139
Storrs, Connecticut 06269-3139
Email: dmpierce [at] engr.uconn.edu
Phone: +1 860 486 4109