Missouri University of Science and Technology Looking for Fellow, Post Doctoral Mining And Explosives Engineering #00086338 Full Time

Hiring Department

Mining and Explosives
Engineering

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled – Review of applications to begin August 4,
2023

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time, Benefit Eligible

Job Description

The
Geomechanics Laboratory at Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) is seeking a postdoctoral fellow in the area of Rock
Mechanics. The Geomechanics group at Missouri S&T works on a wide range of fundamental and applied aspects of rock mechanics. Our main focus
areas are field and laboratory characterization of geomaterials and rock masses, instrumentation design, instrumentation and analysis of
rock engineering sites, and numerical modeling of underground excavations and rock slopes. Our research includes active collaborations with
industry, universities, and government research agencies.  The expected starting date for the appointment is August 15, 2023. The
appointment is for one year with the possibility of extension based on the candidate’s satisfactory performance and funding
availability.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in a related field (mining engineering, civil engineering,
  geological engineering, petroleum engineering, or other related fields) focusing on rock mechanics
• Experience in developing
  numerical models drawing on the in-depth theoretical understanding of numerical methods, including 3D finite difference, distinct element,
  finite element, and Lattice Boltzmann methods
• Experience with preparation and laboratory testing of rock samples
• Excellent
  written and communication skills as demonstrated by a record of peer-reviewed publications and oral presentations at conferences and
  meetings
• Experience in preparation of proposals and technical reports

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in one of the following areas:
  • Numerical modeling and laboratory/field testing of geomaterials under high
    strain-rate loading conditions
  • Simulation of hypervelocity impacts
  • Prior research experience in the area of underground
    geologic storage of hydrogen
  • Excellent computer programming skills (C++ and Python)
  • Experience with constitutive model
    development

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