Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term East Lansing, Michigan, United States Packaging 10002634 Area of Interest: Engineers/Architects Area of Interest: Research/Scientific Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%) Group: Fixed Term Academic Staff Union/Non-Union: Non-Union Faculty/Academic Staff Opening on: Jan 20 2026 Closing at: Jan 20 2028 - 23:55 EST Salary Commensurate with Experience College Of Agriculture And Nat
Resources 1107258 Position Summary 1. Conduct research tasks under the supervision of Dr. Joodaky (e.g. data collection, modeling, simulation).2. Assist with analysis of materials and dynamics relevant to packaging.3. Support ongoing research projects; may participate in modest independent sub-projects as time allows, always aligned with supervisor direction.4. Operate and maintain lab equipment in packaging
dynamics.5. Assist in preparing results for publication / presentation; coauthoring as appropriate. 6. Attend the related internal and external (e.g. conferences) meetings and present the studies. 6. Expected to contribute to proposal writing if appropriate. 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, Civil Engineering, Material Science Minimum Requirements 1. A PhD in Mechanical, Civil, Materials, Aerospace Engineering (focus on solid mechanics, dynamics / vibrations).2. Proficiency in Matlab and/or Python.3. Experience in Finite Element Method modeling (Abaqus, Ansys) or
similar.4. Basic familiarity with machine learning (preferred).5. Some record of research output (e.g. peer-reviewed papers, conference abstracts) or demonstrable research capability. Desired Qualifications 1. Familiarity with packaging structures (corrugated boards, polymer foams).2. Knowledge of nonlinear dynamics, signal processing, composite mechanics, control theory and Energy Harvesting.3. Hands-on lab
experience: DIC, universal testers, accelerometers, shaker tables, vibration instrumentation.4. Advanced/ deeper knowledge of machine learning.5. Some exposure to fluid mechanics or multi-physics modeling. Required Application Materials A detailed CV including educational background, research experience, and publications.2. A cover letter stating research interests, motivations for applying, and career aspirations.3.
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