Postdoctoral Scholar in Engineering Science and Mechanics, Arguelles lab
Postdoc @Pennsylvania State University posted 18 hours agoJob Description
The Arguelles research team in the College of Engineering, Department of Engineering Sciences and Mechanics, at Penn State is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Postdoctoral Scholar to join our lab in the field of ultrasonic testing and evaluation. The position will involve development of a custom in situ characterization system for integration in a cold sintering system.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Develop LabView VIs to control custom in situ ultrasonic setup, including integration of a laser interferometer
- Analysis of ultrasonic data with Matlab, including development of custom codes for processing
- Perform numerical simulations of wave propagation in complex media to assist in custom system development
- Draft manuscripts from completed research and assist in the review of manuscripts drafted by students in the group
- Collaborate with students on closely related projects pertaining to wave propagation in complex media
Requirements:
1. PhD in mechanical, electrical, or computer engineering or a strongly related field
2. Experience with LabView and Matlab
3. Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
4. Strong record of publications in a related area
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