Postdoctoral Research Associate - LANDTIE Research Lab

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Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

Statesboro, Georgia

The LANDTIE Research Lab at Georgia Southern University is seeking a highly motivated research scholar (Postdoc Fellow) to contribute to cutting‑edge research in advanced NDE, manufacturing methods, and material characterization. The successful candidate will work on projects related to NDE, robotics, AL/ML and lead activities on tier‑1 journal publications and external proposal development for a variety of agencies and sponsors.

Employment is contingent upon funding.

• Conduct original research in advanced NDE, SHM and smart manufacturing systems
• Design and execute experiments involving ultrasonic, electromagnetic, and other NDE techniques
• Develop and apply computational models (e.g. FEM and/or wave propagation models) for material characterization
• Integrate AL/ML and robotics into NDE and manufacturing processes for automation and data‑driven insights
• Develop and publish high‑tier journal papers and competitive proposals

• PhD in engineering or science (e.g. Physics, etc.) majors with a focus on NDE, advanced manufacturing, sensing, robotics, or AI/ML

• Academic or professional experience involving interdisciplinary research, including theoretical modeling and experimental validation

• Experience in project and experimental design, planning and proposal development is preferred

Annual Salary Amount: $54,000

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Employment in this position is limited to a period of up to 6/30/2026.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Involvement in inter‑disciplinary teams and mentoring students or junior researchers, comfortable in learning and adapting to new technologies and software

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet institutional goals and support the University’s mission for student success

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relation skills

March 12, 2026

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Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

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• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
• Work generally performed in an office environment
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours
• Travel may be required

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