looking for post-docs to work in the field of advanced materials
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A postdoctoral position in experimental mechanics of active materials is available within MIT– Skoltech Initiative. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to conduct research in residence at MIT (Cambridge, USA), working on a collaborative interdisciplinary research project.TRANSCRIPT
Postdoctoral position in experimental mechanics of active materials
MIT Skoltech Initiative
A postdoctoral position in experimental mechanics of active materials is available within MIT–
Skoltech Initiative. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to conduct research in residence
at MIT (Cambridge, USA), working on a collaborative interdisciplinary research project.
The selected applicant will receive a highly competitive compensation package (salary, housing al-
lowance, and medical insurance) along with discretionary funds to support research activities. Signif-
icant funds are allocated for laboratory equipment and facilities.
The initial duration of the appointment is 2 years with possible extension depending on performance.
Interested candidates should e-mail Dr. Stephan Rudykh ([email protected]) a single pdf containing
(1) cover letter
(2) CV/resume (including contact information of at least 2 references)
(3) a one page statement of research interests and goals as a post-doctoral researcher
(4) copies of no more than 3 representative publications
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The position
is available immediately; the starting date is negotiable.
The Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology is a new English-language graduate university founded
in 2011 and located just outside of Moscow in the Skolkovo Innovation Center. Established in collaboration with
the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Skoltech will educate future generations of entrepreneurial scientists,
advance knowledge, and foster technological innovation.