Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term

Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term

• East Lansing, Michigan, United States
• Mechanical Engineering 10016576
• Area of Interest: Engineers/Architects
• Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%)
• Group: Fixed Term Academic Staff
• Union/Non-Union: Non-Union

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• Faculty/Academic Staff
• Opening on: Aug 24 2026
• Closing at: Sep 14 2026 - 23:55 EDT
• Salary Commensurate with Experience
• College Of Engineering
• 1153473

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Position Summary

The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in either mechanical, biomedical, aeronautical, civil engineering or equivalent field with a strong foundation in programming (C++ and python), computational mechanics and fluid dynamics, numerical methods, machine learning, and the finite element method. In this position, the candidate will develop data-driven multiscale/multiphysics formulations and code to solve problems related to cardiovascular diseases and heart failure treatments. Special consideration will be given to candidates who are familiar with the open-source finite element library FeNiCS, cardiac finite element modeling, medical image processing, and machine learning. The candidate is expected to possess excellent communication and written skills. Additionally, the selected candidate will be expected to help mentor students and publish peer-reviewed journal articles. The successful candidate will enjoy ample training and networking opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Mechanical, Biomedical, Aeronautical, or Civil Engineering, or closely related

Minimum Requirements

• Ph.D. in either mechanical, biomedical, aeronautical, civil engineering or equivalent field

Desired Qualifications

• Strong foundation in programming (C++ and python), computational mechanics, computational fluid dynamics, fluid-structure interaction, numerical methods, machine learning, and the finite element method.
• Familiar with the open-source finite element library FeNiCS, cardiac finite element modeling, medical image processing, and machine learning.

Required Application Materials

• CV,
• cover letter,
• name and contact information of 3 references

Website

me.msu.edu

MSU Statement

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