Post-Doc Scientist Position in Experimental Mechanics at Columbia University Starting in February 2010

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSITANT – HYBRID SOLAR PANEL The Department of Civil Engineering and Engineering Mechanics at Columbia University seeks applications for a position as a Postdoctoral Research Assistant. A Postdoctoral Research Assistant is a junior level research position and works under the supervision of a faculty member in the department.  As a postdoctoral research assistant the incumbent will work to further the research of the laboratory, and occasionally may be asked to supervise student projects related to the research and other topics within the scope of the group. In addition, the post-doc will be expected to assist in the development and submission of research proposals to funding agencies offering sponsor research programs in areas related to the research.  A Ph.D. in Material Science, Physics, or Engineering is required. Interested candidates should have a strong research background in the area of materials fabrication and thermo-mechanical/physical characterization. Interested candidates should have experience with new material development, preferably as an integral component of their dissertation research. The position requires an interdisciplinary candidate who will participate in the development of hybrid solar panels.  Preference will be given to candidates experienced with instrument development, solar panel integration and tests, and multi-scale/physical modeling. Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.  Independent research capability is of high value. Applicants can consult www.civil.columbia.edu for more information about the department. The target starting date for the positions is February 1, 2010, and the search will remain open until the positions are filled. For interested applicants, please send the following materials to yin@civil.columbia.edu: Coverletter, CV, one representative publication, and contact information of three references.