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Research Assistant

Employer
KHALIFA UNIVERSITY
Location
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Closing date
31 May 2020

Location        AE

Organization Name        Mechanical Engineering

About University

The newly-established Khalifa University of Science and Technology (KU) combines the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology (MI), the Khalifa University of Science, Technology and Research (KUSTAR) and the Petroleum Institute (PI) into one world-class, research-intensive institution, seamlessly integrating research and education to produce world leaders and critical thinkers in applied science and engineering. Khalifa University endeavors to be a leader among research intensive universities of the 21st century, while catalyzing the growth of Abu Dhabi and the UAE’s rapidly developing knowledge economy.

Brief Description

To provide high quality research support and undertake internationally competitive research aimed at publication thereby contributing to the academic and research mission of the University. Ability to present research plans and findings in a convincing style, both in oral and written modes of communication.

Detailed Description

The research assistant (RA) will work in the research group of Dr.Wael Zaki within the frame of a multi-year project aiming at developing,modeling and characterizing nickel-titanium smart alloys manufactured by 3Dprinting. In addition to the RA, the group comprises 3 professors and up to 2postdocs, 1 PhD and 1 MSc student. The RA's prime responsibility will be todevelop computer-aided design (CAD) models for complex architected materialunit cells, including triply periodic minimal surfaces (TPMS) and simulatingthe behavior of the cells to various mechanical loading conditions. Inaddition, the RA will be expected to contribute to the preparation ofscientific manuscripts for submission to international conferences andpeer-reviewed journals. The position will offer the successful candidate anintroduction to state-of-the-art metal 3D printing technology and equipment,and an initiation to leading-edge academic research in a highly competitiveresearch area.

Job Requirements

  • MSc (preferred) or BSc in mechanical engineering, materials science or a related field,
  • Ability to work in a collaborative environment,
  • Excellent command of technical English is mandatory,
  • Previous experience in CAD design and finite element analysis is mandatory,
  • Previous experience in mechanical characterization and testing is desired but not necessary.

How To Apply

Should you require further assistance or if you face any issue with the online application, please feel to contact the Recruitment Team (recruitmentteam@ku.ac.ae). 

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