Summary
United Arab Emirates University’s Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is seeking a Research Associate for a cement-free 3D concrete printing research project. The role includes literature review, experimental design, concrete mix design, specimen preparation, casting and testing, data analysis, and contributing to research papers and the final project report. The successful candidate will also help train and supervise undergraduate students and should be familiar with advanced experimental equipment. Applicants need at least an M.Sc. in Civil Engineering and experience in concrete mix design, 3D printing, laboratory work, and data analysis; a Ph.D. is an asset.
The posting
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Job description
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the United Arab Emirates University is seeking qualified candidates for the position of a research associate to work on a cement-free 3D concrete printing research project. The research associate should be knowledgeable about 3D concrete printing technology, various concrete testing methods and materials, and the use of industrial solid waste materials in the production of concrete. The selected candidate will be responsible for conducting a literature survey, designing the necessary experimental work, including concrete mix design, preparation of testing specimens, casting, testing, data collection, data analysis, contributing to the writing of research papers, and participating in the final report of the research findings. Familiarity with modern/advanced experimental equipment is needed. Also, the selected candidate will assist in training and supervising undergraduate students.
Minimum qualification
Applicant should have at least an M.Sc. degree in Civil Engineering. Applicant should have experience in concrete mix design, 3D concrete printing, laboratory work (e.g., casting, testing, fixing strain gauges… etc.), data collection, and data analysis.
Preferred qualification
A Ph.D. in the field is considered an asset. Applicants should demonstrate interest in conducting research and working under tight deadlines.
Special instructions to applicants
Submit a detailed CV
Department
Civil & Environmental Eng.-(COE)
College or division
College of Engineering - (COE)