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Postdoctoral Research Associate - Mechanical Engineering
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| UNT System Overview | Welcome to the University of North Texas System . The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco , the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law , and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth . We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu. |
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| Posting Title | Postdoctoral Research Associate - Mechanical Engineering |
| Department | UNT-Mechanical Engineering-130340 |
| College/School | College of Engineering |
| Job Location | Denton |
| Full Time/Part Time | Full-Time |
| Retirement Eligibility | ORP Eligible |
| Additional Retirement Information | For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php . |
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| Department Summary | The University of North Texas (UNT) is strategically located in Denton, Texas which is 35 miles north of both Dallas and Fort Worth. There are over 42,000 students registered in 113 bachelors, 94 masters, and 36 doctoral degree programs. The DFW area has more than six million people, with significant economic growth, numerous industrial establishments, and excellent school districts. UNT is a Carnegie tier one research university and is one of universities designated by the state as an “Emerging Research University.” Our hiring and expansion effort is an integral part of UNT’s commitment to bolster transformational, integrative research and to address complex scientific, technological, environmental, and societal problems through multidisciplinary collaboration and innovation. The UNT Mechanical Engineering (ME) Department is in the 550,000 square foot UNT College of Engineering Discovery Park building situated on 290 acres of land available for R&D enterprises. The College of Engineering was established in 2003 and currently houses five departments. The ME department (https://www.mechanical.engineering.unt.edu ) houses various instructional and research laboratories.https://mechanical.engineering.unt.edu/research/laboratories ). Its bachelor programs are ABET accredited and offers master’s and doctoral level graduate programs. UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, Korean, or/and Yoruba. |
| Position Summary | The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of North Texas is offering a post-doctoral research associate position to work on a federally sponsored fundamental science research project that is broadly focused on nanoscale energy transport, optical and electronic properties of nanomaterials, plasmonics, metamaterials, and general electromagnetic radiation. |
| Minimum Qualifications | The candidate should have a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or a closely related field and research experience in the fields that are related to the focus areas of the position. In addition, the candidate should have a proven track record of publications in relevant journals and conferences. The candidate will interact with Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) scientists and may be requested to attend research activities on AFRL military bases; therefore a minimum qualification will require U.S. citizenship. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Preferred qualifications include strong design, simulation, and analytical capabilities, as well as hands-on nanoscale fabrication in cleanroom. Must demonstrate self-motivation and strong teamwork skills. |
| Required License / Registration / Certification | |
| Physical Requirements | Ability to communicate |
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| Security Sensitive | This is a security sensitive position. |
| EEO Statement | The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices. |
| Driving University Vehicle | No |
Job Duties
| Description of Job Duty | Computational simulation and theoretical research |
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| Description of Job Duty | Collaborative experimental validation |
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| Description of Job Duty | Proposal assistance and development |
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| Description of Job Duty | Publication and scientific dissemination |
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Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | F1294P |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants | |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/74829 |
| Position End Date (if temporary) |
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