Research Scientist

Job Summary

The Multiscale Computational Mechanics and Biomechanics Lab (MCMB Lab) at Drexel University is seeking for two immediate full-time Research Scientist positions to conduct research on modeling fracture and healing phenomena in autonomous self-healing concrete structures. We are looking for motivated Research Scientist candidates with great communication skills, who are interested in computational damage/healing analysis to develop computational frameworks for: a) multiscale reduced-order fracture modeling of vascular cementitious composites, b) modeling of stress corrosion cracking in steel-reinforced concrete structures, and c) coupled/uncoupled damage-healing modeling of self-healing concretes.

The successful candidate will be part of a team, including researchers and scientists with experimental and numerical backgrounds from Drexel University.

Essential Functions

• Computational damage/healing analysis to develop computational frameworks for: multiscale reduced-order fracture modeling of vascular cementitious composites, modeling of stress corrosion cracking in steel-reinforced concrete structures and coupled/uncoupled damage-healing modeling of self-healing concretes.
• Working with experimental collaborators to Validate the models.
• Writing the scientific reports and peer-review articles. Presenting the works in academic conferences and sponsor-supported meetings.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of PhD or Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering or related field or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  
  
  
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• Minimum of 0-3 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in Generalized/eXtended FEM (e.g., GFEM, XFEM, N/IGFEM).
• Background in reduced-order modeling (e.g., eigendeformation-based reduced-order Homogenization Method (EHM)).
• Background in explicit/implicit fracture analysis (e.g., crack modeling using FEM, continuum damage, phase-field method).
• Knowledge of fracture phenomenon in cementitious composite materials.
• Strong interest in computational mechanics and fracture mechanics.
• Experience in multiscale modeling of fracture in composite materials.
• Proficiency in programming (C/C++ and high-level programing languages such as Python or MATLAB).
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• An ability to work collaboratively with group members, collaborators, and industrial partners.
• Demonstrated ability to perform research and publish results in peer-reviewed literature.

Physical Demands

• Typically sitting at a desk/table
• Typically standing, walking

Location

• University City - Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information

This is a Full-Time temporary position classified as Non-Exempt. The offered pay is based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

For information about benefits, please review Drexel's Per Diem/Casual/Temporary Benefit Fact Sheet.

Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.