"Part-Time Full Professional Researcher in Mechanical Engineering"

Job #JPF01904

POSITION OVERVIEW

Position title: Full Researcher

Salary range: $157,000 - $253,900

Anticipated start: June 1, 2024

Review timeline: May 12, 2024

APPLICATION WINDOW

Open date: April 12, 2024

Most recent review date: Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Friday, Apr 11, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

We are currently seeking a highly qualified individual to fill the position of Multifunctional Materials Physicist. The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, specializing in multifunctional materials physics by the time of appointment and, and have 3 or more years of research experience with a strong publication record. They should possess a deep understanding of implementing phase field models in COMSOL Multiphysics, utilizing the weak form with expertise in LLG for micromagnetic domain behavior and TDGL for ferroelectric domain behavior. Laboratory experience in measuring multifield constitutive behavior under various stress, electric field, magnetic field, and thermal loading combinations is essential. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in designing experiments, utilizing related instrumentation, and have experience in high-voltage experiments (up to 20 kV) with safety training. Proficiency in digital data acquisition systems, data analysis, and graphical presentation using MATLAB is required.

Additionally, candidates should have experience supervising and mentoring doctoral students, along with knowledge of electromagnetic field theory fundamentals and composites theory. Basic laboratory chemical safety, handling, and disposal experience, including the development of standard operating procedures for laboratory processes, are also desired. Please note that this position requires in-person work; remote work options are not available. If you meet these qualifications and are enthusiastic about advancing multifunctional materials physics, we encourage you to apply today.

Professional Research Engineers are expected to maintain an active research agenda and record of publications. Candidates should also demonstrate clear potential for complementing and/or synergistically leveraging existing research activities within the department, college, and campus. They will be expected to support new cross-cutting efforts relevant to their expertise. Research qualifications and accomplishments equivalent to those for the Professor series, including demonstrated continuous and effective engagement in independent and creative activity of high quality and significance. Professional competence and activity equivalent to those for the Professor series. University and/or public service is required at the Full Researcher ranks.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, specializing in multifunctional materials physics by the time of appointment, which is expected to begin on June 1, 2024. The duration of the appointment will be for two years. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Applicants must possess a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering with specializing in multifunctional materials physics by the time of appointment and have 3 or more years of research experience with a strong publication record.

Preferred qualifications

UCR is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research
• Statement of Past and/or Planned Future Contributions to Advancing Diversity and Inclusive Excellence - In a “Statement of Past and/or Planned Future Contributions to Advancing Diversity and Inclusive Excellence”, we ask applicants to describe their past and/or potential future contributions to promoting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment, which is a key requirement of the role of every faculty member and administrator at UCR. There are numerous ways to contribute, and a commitment to this part of our mission can be reflected through research, teaching, supervision, mentoring, community engagement, service, and any of the other varied activities that are a part of an academic career.
• Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Please provide contact information for three references