Open Opportunities

The ARTS group currently consists of a diverse team of 11 Ph.D. students, 6 Master’s students, 2 Post-doctoral Fellows, and a Research Associate, with occasional visiting students from partner institutions. Our research focuses on the innovative use of timber products in structural applications, combining experimental laboratory work with advanced numerical modelling.

A PhD in structural engineering with strength in numerical modelling is required. Some knowledge on wood research would be desirable. The ability to operate within a team environment and with minimum supervision is essential. The successful candidate should also have good technical communication skills, both written and oral, and be able to explain concepts clearly to technicians and graduate students.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter outlining background and research interest with a professional CV to Dr. Ying Hei Chui (yhc@ualberta.ca). This position is open until it is filled.

Postdoctoral Fellow in Structural and Earthquake Engineering

Department: Civil and Environmental Engineering
Competition No.: A100155322
Closing Date: April 10, 2025
Location: North Campus, Edmonton
Term: 1-year appointment (renewable subject to funding and performance)

Position Summary: The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alberta invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow in Structural and Earthquake Engineering. The successful candidate will conduct innovative research focused on structural resiliency, seismic design, and computational mechanics, aiming to advance sustainable and resilient infrastructure solutions.

Duties:

• Conduct research in structural resiliency, seismic design, pipeline analysis, and computational mechanics.

• Develop and implement experimental test setups and numerical models.

• Collaborate with researchers, graduate students, and industry partners.

• Publish findings in reputable journals and conferences.

• Assist with grant proposals, technical reports, and knowledge transfer.

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD (or expected completion) within the last five years in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, or related fields.

• Proven experience and publications in structural resiliency, seismic design, and computational mechanics.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and collaborative skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Structural engineering professional experience.

• Expertise in pipeline engineering.

• Proficiency with structural analysis software (PERFORM 3D, SAP2000, Abaqus, Ansys).

• Experience with OpenSees/OpenSeesPy.

• Strong programming skills in Python, particularly for finite element method automation.

• Experience with experimental setups and physical testing.

• Familiarity with machine learning, analytics, algorithms, and data visualization.

Application Instructions: Interested candidates may contact Dr. Nastaran Cheshmehkaboodi (cheshmeh@ualberta.ca) for further details.

To apply, please submit a single PDF file containing:

• A cover letter

• Detailed CV with at least three references (including PhD supervisor)

• Two relevant recent publications

How to Apply: Apply online before midnight MST on April 10, 2025.

The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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