Research Associate (MET Product Development / Timber Engineering)
Job Description
The Department of Architecture, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, and Department of Built Environment are jointly conducting research on harnessing regional tropical timber/bamboo for sustainable and durable mass engineered timber (MET) products for the Tropics. We are looking for one candidate who can contribute in the following areas:
- Prototyping and Adhesive Testing
- Timber/Bamboo Grading and lamellar strength determination/classifications guidelines
- Range of product sizes and configurations and their respective design data/properties for Glulam / CLT / Laminated Bamboo Lumber (LBL)
- Factory production control and audit practices / requirements
- Assist in technical studies on the different timber and non-timber /MET products
- Assist in preparing manuscripts for academic journal articles, filing of patents and/or conference presentations.
- Assist PI and Co-PIs in general administrative management of the research project.
Duration of Appointment: Up to 2 years contract, with possibility of renewal.
Gross Monthly Salary Range: Salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualification and experience.
Estimated no. of work hours per week: 42 h/week (Fulltime appointment)
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