Description

Post Doctoral Associate - Harris Lab
Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26000025)

The Environmental Fatigue and Fracture Laboratory (EFFL) in the Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science Department at the University of Pittsburgh is a research group focused on studying the effect of extreme environments on the fatigue, fracture, and mechanical behavior of structural metals. Led by Prof. Zachary Harris, the EFFL maintains state-of-the-art facilities for executing mechanical testing and corrosion experiments, with a track record of delivering on both fundamental and applied research programs. This success is reflected in the diverse funding profile of the EFFL, which includes a broad range of both government (ONR, AFOSR, NSF, NRC) and industry (Novelis, Westinghouse, Ellwood, QuesTek Innovations, among others) sponsors.

Primary Responsibilities

• Execute materials characterization and mechanical testing in support of projects related to fatigue, fracture, and environmental degradation of structural metals.
• Manage project progression and successful completion of identified milestones.
• Assist with reporting of project results to sponsors via presentations and written reports.
• Provide mentorship to graduate and undergraduate students working in the laboratory.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with materials characterization, mechanical testing, and alloy processing via heat treatment or other means. Experience with corrosion testing is desired but not required.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Campus: Pittsburgh
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Attachments: Curriculum Vitae

Assignment Category Full-time regular

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