Carnegie Mellon University · 1 month ago
Postdoctoral Research Associate - College of Engineering - Department of Mechanical Engineering
Pittsburgh, PA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expCarnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university renowned for its innovative and interdisciplinary approach to education and research. The Department of Mechanical Engineering is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to advance understanding of placental development through computational modeling and clinical imaging data integration within the BioSiMM Lab.
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Responsibilities
Develop and apply computational models of uterine vascular growth and remodeling (G&R)
Integrate Doppler ultrasound data with hemodynamic simulations to test hypotheses related to uterine vascular adaptation
Develop data-driven models to characterize the relationship between abnormal uterine artery flow waveforms and adverse placental outcomes
Communicate research findings through conference presentations and peer-reviewed journal publications
Qualification
Required
Doctorate degree required in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Applied & Computational Mathematics, or a related field
0-1 Years of experience
Strong background in computational fluid dynamics (CFD), cardiovascular modeling, or biomechanical growth and remodeling
Demonstrated experience with numerical methods (e.g., finite element method), programming languages (C++, Python), and data analysis
Excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered
Preferred
Familiarity with ultrasound imaging and medical signal analysis is highly desirable
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions
Tuition benefits
Ample paid time off and observed holidays
Life and accidental death and disability insurance
Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
Access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs
Fitness center access
Company
Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon University is a private research university that offers degrees in technology, arts, and various other fields.
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