Research Assistant – Computational Solid Mechanics Lab

About the role

The Computational Solid Mechanics laboratory at NYU Abu Dhabi seeks a Research Assistant to contribute to a machine‑learning powered digital twin system for civil engineering structures. The role involves collaborative, multidisciplinary research across structural and geotechnical modeling, sensing, and experimental validation.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and validate machine‑learning models and digital twins for structural and geotechnical systems.
• Perform structural and geotechnical modeling using commercial and research software tools.
• Design, conduct, and analyze physical experiments for model validation.
• Acquire and process data from structural health monitoring systems.

Required profile

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Research experience in structural modeling and machine‑learning model development.

Required skills

• Computational modeling of structural performance (commercial/research software).
• Development and validation of neural network models for structural response.
• Physical experimental testing for structural and geotechnical applications.
• Data acquisition and processing from monitoring systems.