PhD research assistant position at the University of Oklahoma

Position Title:

PhD Research Assistant

School of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering

University of Oklahoma, Norman Campus

General Description:

The University of Oklahoma has a PhD Research Assistant position available in Biomedical Engineering Lab under Dr. Rong Gan and Dr. Yijie Jiang to conduct 3D reconstruction and finite element (FE) simulations/experimental measurements of acoustic-mechanical transmission through the ear. Of particular interest are candidates who have relevant research experience and education in FE modeling and the auditory system. The position is available immediately.

The Biomedical Engineering (BME) Lab is in the Stephenson Research and Technology Center on the University Research Campus adjacent to the University of Oklahoma’s main campus in Norman, Oklahoma. The BME lab is equipped with advanced facilities to conduct research in auditory testing, material property measuring, and computational modeling. The candidates also will have access to core facilities on the Norman campus and the OU Health Sciences Center (Medical School) in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferences:

·        Research experience in FE modeling, or acoustics and biomechanics.

·        Relevant education background in mechanics, biomechanical engineering, or equivalent knowledge

Application Instructions:

Interested individuals should send a curriculum vitae and the names and contact information for three references to Dr. Yijie Jiang (yijie.jiang@ou.edu), School of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, University of Oklahoma.

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