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University
Information The University of
Texas at Arlington is in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington
metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over
7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United
States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural
activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public
service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through
scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing
access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation,
entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of
scholars. With an enrollment of approximately 46,000
students, UTA is the largest institution in North Texas and the
second largest in the UT System. As a result of its combination of rigorous
academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie
R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and as a Texas Tier One
institution. In 2021, UTA received the Higher Education Excellence
in Diversity Award for its deep commitment to diversity, equity, and
inclusion in higher education. Position
Details The Ashraf lab at
the University of Texas at Arlington is seeking a post-doctoral research
associate with a Ph.D. degree in civil engineering or other closely related
disciplines including material science, chemistry, and chemical engineering.
The post-doctoral research associate will work with Dr. Warda Ashraf on
multiple federal and state-funded research projects. Visit www.ashraf-lab.com to
learn more about our research. The post-doctoral
position will start as early as January 2024. The initial appointment will be
for one year and can be extended based on mutual agreement. Research Area: Carbon sequestration
in cementitious materials. Requirements: 1. Ph.D. in Civil
Engineering or related field with research experience on cementitious
materials 2. Proven record of
research accomplishments through publications in peer-reviewed journals and
presentations at national/ international conferences 3. Strong fundamental
understanding of various low-carbon cementitious materials 4. Experimental skill
in processing/characterizations of cementitious materials (e.g., SEM, TEM,
XRD, etc.) 5. Ability to work in a
team environment with strict deadlines 6. Oral and written
communication skills in English, and self-motivation with strong work ethics Responsibilities 1. Design and conduct
nano/micro-scale experimental investigations on low-carbon cementitious
materials. 2. Analyze data,
prepare project reports, and draft high-quality scientific publications. 3. Present project
updates to the federal sponsors regularly. |
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Contact Dr. Warda
Ashraf
Department of Civil Engineering
University of Texas at Arlington
Neddermal Hall
Arlington, TX 76017
Email:warda.ashraf@uta.edu
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