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The Department of Structural Engineering, https://structures.ucsd.edu/ at the University of California San Diego, is conducting an open search for an Assistant Research Scientist, https://ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-310.pdf . At UC San Diego, Assistant Research Scientists are non-tenured, extramurally funded, academic researchers who are expected to engage in creative research and publications under a Faculty member's supervision to support the Department’s experimental and externally funded research activities.

The selected candidate will contribute to the development and execution of research programs in structural and concrete mechanics, with a strong emphasis on the seismic behavior of concrete structures and infrastructure systems. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in advanced concrete materials, including sustainable and recycled civil engineering materials such as tire rubber shreds, and innovative reinforcement technologies. Particular emphasis is placed on the use of Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) reinforcing bars in seismic applications, where an integrated experimental and numerical research program is envisaged.

The position requires strong analytical and experimental capabilities, including experience with laboratory testing of reinforced concrete components, interpretation of cyclic and dynamic response, and development of numerical models to support and complement experimental observations. A recommended, but not mandatory, understanding of prestressed structural systems for gravity and seismic applications is desirable. The Assistant Research Scientist is expected to support proposal development, contribute to the execution of funded research projects, prepare technical reports and journal publications, and participate in dissemination activities at conferences and workshops. The role requires effective collaboration with faculty, graduate students, and external research and industry partners within a team-based research environment.

Appointments and duration vary depending on the length of the research project and availability of funding.

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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.
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