We are constantly seeking highly self-motivated individuals to join our research group. Interested individuals should have strong background in mechanics of solids (e.g., Elasticity, Continuum Mechanics, and Plasticity) and great enthusiasm in computational methods (e.g., Finite Elements, Peridynamics and other meshfree methods). Related research experience in computational nonlinear materials modeling (e.g., Plasticity and Creep) is a plus. The application process and additional university requirements on admission can be found at here. Successful individuals will be provided with competitive stipend, tuition wavier, and excellent health insurance package.
If you are interested in joining our group and think your background and previous research experience meet above listed basic requirements, please send Dr. Chen (hailong.chen@uky.edu) copies of your most recent CV and Transcripts, and a summary of your qualifications.
About the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department:
The Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering is the largest department in the College of Engineering with 34 tenured and tenure-track faculty and over 1,100 undergraduate and graduate students. The college has state-of-the-art computational facilities, research labs, and classrooms. The department's faculty is engaged in federally funded research projects from agencies such as NSF, NIH, NASA, DOE, DOD, DARPA, NIST, and USDA. The department also has research centers and consortiums that collaborate extensively with industry. The department's externally funded research currently exceeds $13M/year.
About the University of Kentucky:
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About Lexington, KY
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