Path 1 Kawader Research Assistant Center for Smart Engineering Materials

The Center for Smart Engineering Materials (CSEM) at New York University Abu Dhabi is inviting applications for a Kawader fellow in the areas of thermal, mechanical, and electrical characterization of materials.

The candidate will work as a research fellow with the CSEM and the Smart Materials Lab (Naumov research group). The role will involve preparing, characterizing, and testing new smart materials at the intersection of materials science, chemistry, and engineering. A strong background in thermal or mechanical characterization of the surface and bulk properties of solids from either science (solid-state physics) or engineering (mechanical) is a requirement.

The specific research projects will focus on both experimental and modeling aspects of the effects of temperature on mechanical properties, such as the ability for elastic or plastic deformation. The candidate will conduct experiments related to assigned research projects, process the data, and prepare results for presentation in articles and conferences. Additionally, the candidate will submit biweekly reports on their research and participate in group seminars. Training students, such as capstone students or interns, and other researchers on techniques within their research domain is also part of the role. The candidate will collaborate with the staff of the Core Technology Platforms to receive training on available analytical techniques.

The candidate should have a background in mechanical engineering, solid-state physics, or chemistry/materials solid-state chemistry. Candidates with experimental skills and/or modeling experience with characterization of thermal and mechanical properties, and with a strong publication record in engineering or science, will be given priority.

The candidate will also work on individualized research projects under the supervision/mentorship of the supervisor.

This position is supervised by Prof. Pane Naumov.