Postdoctoral Research Associate, Civil & Architectural Engineering & Mechanics

Overview

Postdoctoral Research Associate, Civil & Architectural Engineering & Mechanics

Posting Number: req
23256

Department: Civil Arch Engr and Mechanics

Location: Main Campus

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights: The selected candidate will join the SMART Laboratory at the University of Arizona, working under the supervision of Professor Lianyang Zhang. The position involves a one-year appointment, with the possibility of a contract extension after this period. The selected candidate is expected to work on projects about dust control, biostabilization and bioleaching, and reuse of mine tailings. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance;

paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Conduct research on culture of microorganisms and fungi for (a) biostabilization of mine tailings to improve tailings dam stability and control tailings dust, and (b) bioleaching of mine tailings to recover critical minerals.
• Conduct research to evaluate existing methods for mine tailings dust control currently used in practice.
• Conduct research on reuse of mine tailings as sustainable construction materials.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Biogeomechanics, sustainable construction materials, or related fields upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• FLSA: Exempt
• Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
• Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40
• Job FTE: 1.0
• Work Calendar: Fiscal
• Job Category: Research
• Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
• Rate of Pay: NIH salary guidelines, Depends on Experience
• Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
• Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Target Hire Date:
• Expected End Date:
• Contact Information for Candidates: Kandie Stanton; kandies
• Open Date: 6/27/2025
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Documents Needed to Apply: Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
• Special Instructions to Applicant:
  • Application:
    The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.
  • Letter of Interest:
    Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).
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