Post Doctoral Research Associate

The University of Texas at Arlington Portal • Arlington, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Texas at Arlington Research Institute (UTARI), a university-level applied research organization operating out of the Office of Research and Innovation at the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate. In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. The Postdoctoral Research Associate at UTARI will conduct applied research and development in one of the following technical areas: Composite Development and Manufacturing (intelligent composites, high-temperature composites, hybrid composite manufacturing, design of metamaterials, and/or non-destructive structural health monitoring and performance prediction) or Human-Like Robotics (humanoid robotics, co-bots, soft robotics, and/or wearable sensing skins/technologies). They will be responsible for applying theory and engineering techniques to the design, modeling, and/or development of novel systems and/or conduct experimental testing and analysis as applied to one of the technical areas listed above.

Requirements

• PhD in relevant engineering or science discipline
• Expertise in one of the technical research areas of interest (Composite Development and Manufacturing OR Human-Like Robotics)
• Ability to multi-task, collaboratively work in interdisciplinary teams, and work on projects independently
• Able to present findings/results through both oral and written communication to internal and external stakeholders
• Strong research record evidenced in peer-reviewed publications

Responsibilities

• Identifying relevant funding opportunities
• Contributing to or leading writing efforts on proposals, publications, reports, and presentations
• Developing academic and industry collaboration partnerships
• Maintaining awareness of current technological advancements related to your field

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree