There is an immediate opening for a postdoctoral researcher position in Professor Albert To’s research group (www.pitt.edu/~albertto) in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science at University of Pittsburgh. Our group is seeking a highly motivated individual with a strong background in topology optimization to work on a new project. The project aims to develop bi-material topology optimization considering multiple design constraints such as creep, fracture, manufacturing costs, and residual stress under additive manufacturing. Acceleration of topology optimization using machine learning techniques is also required. Successful candidate will work with an experimentalist to print parts with optimized material distribution using wire-arc additive manufacturing.
The candidate must have the following qualifications:
- A PhD in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, applied mechanics, or related fields
- Demonstrated expertise and research experience in topology optimization and computational mechanics or materials science
- Experienced programming in Python, C/C++
Desirable criteria:
- Knowledge in wire-arc additive manufacturing
- Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work as a team and independently
- Experience in mechanical testing and materials characterization
- Experience in using AM system
Position is now open until filled. Interested individual should submit a CV with contact information of three references to Professor Albert To (albertto@pitt.edu).
