The School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (MAE) invites applications for the position of Research Associate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Play an essential role in the conceptualization and design of the experiments
• Select the materials systems and structures to enhance the adhesion capability and adhesion switchability of the adhesive gripper
• Establish the mechanics model of the adhesive metamaterial gripper for optimization
• Preparation and integration of the smart gripper and adhesive film
• Explore potential applications such as robotic griping and object sorting
• Collaborate with PhD students and visiting students working on the project
• Write paper and publish research results in internationally reputable journals
• Help supervise undergraduate FYP students and URECA students

Job Requirements:

• Master's degree in Mechanics or Mechanical Engineering
• Rich experience in experimentation and modeling of soft materials
• Rich experience in mechanics modeling of shape memory polymer adhesives
• Good communication and writing skills in English
• Good interpersonal skills
• Strong responsibility for research work
• Publication track record is an advantage

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU