Postdoctoral Research Associate - Johns Hopkins University - April
2010:
A post-doctoral research associate is sought for a 1½ year position
(expected to be extend ½ year to a total of 2 years) to study the
application of steel foams to buildings. The position will require
extensive FE modeling of steel building components and systems.
Experience in nonlinear collapse modeling of steel structures utilizing
beam, shell, and solid elements is highly desirable. Experience with
general purposed FE codes (ABAQUS, ADINA, MARC, DYNA etc.) is sought,
with a preference for ABAQUS. Previous research or experience in
structural steel or cold-formed steel building systems, particularly
under seismic or blast demands is beneficial. Knowledge of the AISC and
AISI Specifications for steel is also beneficial. Research or experience
in design and modeling of complete building systems is highly
desirable.
The successful candidate will join a multi-institutional research team
and will be directed by Professor Ben Schafer (Johns Hopkins University)
and Professor Jerry Hajjar (Northeastern University). In addition, the
work will be performed in collaboration with experimental and materials
characterization efforts lead by Professor Sanjay Arwade (University of
Massachusetts - Amherst). The position will be based at Johns Hopkins
University in Baltimore, but visitation to Boston for collaboration at
Northeastern is expected.
A Ph.D. in Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering
Mechanics or a related field is required. Salary is commensurate with
experience. A start date of July 1, 2010 is desired, but a start date as
late as September 1, 2010 is acceptable. Review of applications will
begin immediately. All applications should be submitted electronically
to Ben Schafer at schafer [at] jhu.edu with "steel foam postdoc application"
on the subject line. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to
apply. The Johns Hopkins University is an EEO/AA employer.