PostDoctoral Scholar

Job Summary

The postdoctoral scholar will conduct research in the Wave Lab under supervision of Prof. Massimo Ruzzene. The scholar will be involved in the advancement of one main research project and will supervise the work of graduate students. The research duties include the pursuit of research in the areas of topological acoustics, with applications to novel surface acoustic wave devices. The design of the devices will be driven by the need to explore the concept of exceptional points in order to achieve ultra-high sensitivities to be used for a variety of sensing concepts.

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Who We Are

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What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Conducting research on funded projects led by the PI.
• Preparing and submitting publications related to the projects.
• Attend relevant conferences.
• Regularly meet with the PI for progress updates.
• Supervise graduate students working on related projects.

What You Should Know

• This position will support the supervision of two graduate students.

What We Can Offer

• 12-month appointment. Annual salary is $60,000.00.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder .

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What We Require

• PhD in mechanical engineering or related fields.

What You Will Need

• Solid mechanics, wave propagation, structural dynamics, basic computational skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. Resume or CV.
2. Cover Letter addressed to the Search Committee briefly describing your qualifications, professional goals, and specific interest in this position.
3. Reference Letter (Not Confidential).

If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit a translated version as an optional attachment.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until 1/9/25.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Colisse Franklin

Posting Contact Email: colisse.franklin@colorado.edu