Opportunity - Post Doctoral Researcher, Structural Joint Simulations, Composites

SIMCenter, College of Engineering

The Ohio State University

Columbus, Ohio

Position description:

Conducts applied and fundamental research in computational mechanics; Develops and maintains competency in commercial computational packages; Trains students and staff on the appropriate usage of simulation packages; Assists in the development of sponsor reports, research articles, and presentations; Assists in the development of research proposals and problem-solving tasks.

Required Qualifications:

·         PhD in Engineering

·         Experience modeling the joining of composites in real-world applications

·         Familiarity with nonlinear finite element methods and design optimization techniques

·         Familiarity with damage mechanisms in brittle materials (e.g., polymer matrix composites)

·         Multiscale modeling of structural joints and preferable adhesives

·         Familiarity with commercial FEM software packages (e.g., LS-Dyna and Abaqus), and the ability to incorporate use sub-routines for advanced applications

·         Familiarity with multi-physics simulations

Please submit application materials to simcenter@osu.edu, include "SJS Composites Post Doc" in the subject line. Application deadline is 6/1/2015.

The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.