Research Associate (cement-free 3D concrete printing) - Civil & Environmental Eng.

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the United Arab Emirates University is seeking qualified candidates for the position of a research associate to work on a cement-free 3D concrete printing research project. The research associate should be knowledgeable about 3D concrete printing technology, various concrete testing methods and materials, and the use of industrial solid waste materials in the production of concrete. The selected candidate will be responsible for conducting a literature survey, designing the necessary experimental work, including concrete mix design, preparation of testing specimens, casting, testing, data collection, data analysis, contributing to the writing of research papers, and participating in the final report of the research findings. Familiarity with modern/advanced experimental equipment is needed. Also, the selected candidate will assist in training and supervising undergraduate students. Grade: 19.

Applicant should have at least an M.Sc. degree in Civil Engineering. Applicant should have experience in concrete mix design, 3D concrete printing, laboratory work (e.g., casting, testing, fixing strain gauges… etc.), data collection, and data analysis. Preferred qualifications: A Ph.D. in the field is considered an asset. Applicants should demonstrate interest in conducting research and working under tight deadlines.

Literature survey; design experimental work including concrete mix design; prepare testing specimens, casting, testing; data collection and data analysis; contribute to writing research papers; participate in final report of research findings; assist in training and supervising undergraduate students; familiar with modern/advanced experimental equipment.