Research Scientist - Nonlinear Mechanics Job Abu Dhabi Emirate UAE/Dubai,Research/Development

Research Scientist – Nonlinear Mechanics

Location:

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Higher Education
Function:
Research

Experience:

Minimum 5 years of relevant research experience
Job Type: Full time

Overview

New York University Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced scientist to conduct original research, publish high‑quality findings, support funding proposals, and contribute to the daily activities of the Laboratory of Applied Nonlinear Dynamics.

Salary

(estimated, please confirm with employer)

Key Responsibilities

Conduct independent computational and experimental research in nonlinear mechanics and applied dynamics.
Develop mathematical and numerical models describing nonlinear structural and mechanical behavior.
Design experiments to investigate vibration, instability, wave transmission, energy transfer, and coupled physical systems.
Study wave propagation in conventional structures, advanced materials, and mechanical metamaterials.
Investigate fluid‑structure interactions under steady, transient, oscillatory, or nonlinear loading conditions.
Apply machine learning techniques to model identification, response prediction, optimization, and experimental data analysis.
Build, calibrate, and validate computational models using laboratory measurements and published benchmarks.
Design experimental setups, select instrumentation, and define reliable data‑acquisition procedures.
Process and interpret sensor, simulation, and experimental datasets using appropriate analytical methods.
Compare theoretical, computational, and laboratory findings to establish defensible scientific conclusions.
Identify new research questions and propose creative approaches for investigating complex nonlinear phenomena.
Prepare manuscripts for publication in respected peer‑reviewed journals and conference proceedings.
Present research outcomes at academic conferences, technical meetings, workshops, and sponsor briefings.
Assist faculty with research proposals, technical narratives, preliminary results, budgets, and funding submissions.
Maintain reproducible research code, laboratory records, datasets, equipment documentation, and operating procedures.
Support the daily operation of the laboratory, including equipment coordination, safety compliance, and research scheduling.
Collaborate with faculty members, research scientists, postdoctoral associates, students, technicians, and external partners.
Mentor junior researchers and students in modeling, experimentation, data interpretation, and scientific writing when required.

Ideal Profile

PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
Minimum five years of relevant research experience.
Extensive record of research publications in recognized journals, conference proceedings, or comparable scientific outlets.
Demonstrated experience in both computational and experimental nonlinear mechanics.
Strong foundation in dynamics, vibrations, solid mechanics, applied mathematics, or computational engineering.
Expertise in machine learning, wave propagation, metamaterials, or fluid‑structure interactions is highly desirable.
Ability to design and execute technically demanding experiments independently.
Experience developing and validating numerical or analytical models against physical measurements.
Strong scientific creativity with the ability to formulate original research problems.
Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
Ability to prepare high‑quality manuscripts, research presentations, and funding proposals.
Capacity to communicate technical findings clearly to academic and sponsor audiences.
Strong organizational skills with careful attention to research quality, safety, and documentation.
Ability to contribute effectively within multidisciplinary and multicultural research teams.
Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply.

Skills Set

Nonlinear mechanics
Applied nonlinear dynamics
Computational mechanics
Experimental mechanics
Structural dynamics
Nonlinear vibrations
Wave propagation
Mechanical metamaterials
Fluid‑structure interaction
Machine learning
Data‑driven modeling
Numerical simulation
Mathematical modeling
Model calibration
Model validation
Experimental design
Instrument…