Postdoctoral Scholar in Mechanical Engineering

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The TEST Lab (Theory, Experiment, and Simulation to Test ideas) within the Department of Mechanical Engineering at UC Santa Barbara seeks a postdoctoral scholar for research projects at the interface of Applied Math, Physics, Mechanics, and Biology. Our group combines Theory, simple table top Experiment, and numerical Simulation to Test ideas and gain insights into the evolution of patterns in complex systems, such as the growth and form of living matter, and the emergence of collective behaviour in active systems. Also, we use data-driven methods to learn the underlying physical laws of these complex systems.

Both experimentalists and theoreticians are welcome to apply for the postdoc position. Current topics of research include: active solids, fluids-solids interaction, statistical mechanics of growing filaments.

The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position.

Lab: https://kodiolab.me.ucsb.edu/

Department: https://me.ucsb.edu/

PhD (or equivalent international degree) in Applied Math, Physics or related area, OR be enrolled in a PhD program at the time of application.

PhD (or equivalent international degree) in Applied Math, Physics or related area is required by time of appointment.

Experience with experiments in soft matter, fluids mechanics, or related fields
Competency in mathematical modeling
Expertise in numerical simulation and/or theoretical physics
Demonstrated record of independently conducting research projects leading to publication

• 2 letters of reference required

Applicants will be asked to name references, and the applicant must request letters through the UC Recruit system to complete their application.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.