Post-Doctoral Associate​/Associate Research Scientist Division of Engineering

Offer Description Description

The Future-Generation of Resilient and Infrastructure Design Technology Hub (Future-GRID TecH) in the Division of Engineering at New York University Abu Dhabi seeks to recruit one motivated post‑doctoral associate (or research scientist for experienced candidates with 5 years of post‑PhD experience). The candidate will work under the supervision of Future‑GRID TecH director Dr. Mohamed Moustafa to carry out cutting‑edge research in the broad area of future structures and resilient infrastructure systems with interest in applications of new and emerging technologies.

• structural 3D printing (metals, concrete, and composites)
• computational mechanics and structural topology optimisation
• vision‑based structural health monitoring
• autonomous and drone‑based infrastructure inspection and vibration monitoring

Successful candidates must hold a PhD degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Material Engineering. Other related fields such as Computer Science, Nuclear Engineering, and Material Science are also welcomed. Required qualifications include strong communication and presentation skills, a track record in writing and publishing peer‑reviewed journal publications, and previous or relevant experience in mentoring or supervising undergraduate student research or junior graduate students.

A formal training, education, or certification in a secondary area (beyond the main PhD focus) such as additive manufacturing, advanced/hybrid manufacturing, machine learning, artificial intelligence, computer vision, robotics, UAVs, etc. is a plus. Other preferred qualifications include expertise in programming and coding (preferably using Python and C++), GUI development, computational mechanics and finite element simulation and modelling, and laboratory and multi‑scale experimental testing at the material, component, and structural levels.

• Curriculum vitae with full publication list
• Statement of research interests and plan
• Transcript
• Three sample (recent and/or most relevant) journal publications
• Contact details of two references

The terms of employment include a highly competitive salary, medical insurance, housing allowance, annual home‑leave travel, and educational subsidies for children (if applicable). Applications will be accepted immediately and candidates will be considered until the positions are filled.