Postdoctoral Associate

Required Qualification: (as evidenced by an attached resume)
Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or a closely related field completed by the start date.

Preferred Qualifications:
We are pushing the limits on shape shifting UAVs! In this project we are rethinking the
structures, actuators, sensors, and control systems used in morphing winged UAVs. We focus on embodying mechanical intelligence in structures through experiments ranging from benchtop tests to outdoor flight demonstrations. Candidates should have a strong publication record in aerial robotics and/or structural mechanics. A background with rapid prototyping and robot design as well as RC hobby experience, will distinguish top candidates. A particular emphasis on shape shifting structures will set competitive candidates apart from the field.

Brief Description of Duties:
The Postdoctoral Associate will assist the Principal Investigator Dr. William Stewart in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and collaborate closely with the Department of Civil Engineering. The incumbent will conduct research and ensure that all experiments are appropriately conducted following the policies and procedures of Stony Brook University.

• Within the predetermined research scope and methodology, conduct research
  experiments in the field of Aerial Robotics and Mechanical Intelligence.
• Collect and analyze data, including periodical/literature search and utilizing
  specialized skills in related fields to analyze the collected data.
• Participate/assist in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or
  presentations. May also assist in grant writing and report writing.
• Lab maintenance, including equipment maintenance and ordering of supplies as
  needed.
• Other duties as assigned, which may include attending Scientific Conferences and Meetings.

The rapidly expanding Soft Flyers Group and Dynamic Structures Laboratory at Stony Brook University seeks to fill a Postdoctoral Associate position as soon as possible. We are developing mechanical intelligence as applied to aerial robotics. The focus will be on hardware development and experimental validation up to and including flight testing.

Candidates should have a strong publication record in aerial robotics and/or structural
Mechanics with an emphasis on shape shifting structures will set competitive candidates apart from the field.

Special Notes:
The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.

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Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.