Job Description
Job DescriptionTe Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunityWe are seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to join the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering. In this role, you will contribute to an exciting research programme focusing on the retrofitting of reinforced concrete structures using carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP).You will support a multidisciplinary team working on improving the seismic resilience of buildings. Key responsibilities include:Leading laboratory testing programmes for retrofitted concrete elementsSummarising literature on retrofit performance in both laboratory and field settingsPerforming numerical analysis to understand diaphragm demands in buildingsSupporting the development of design procedures and engineering guidelinesAssisting in the supervision of undergraduate and PhD studentsThis is a full-time (40 hours per week), fixed-term position for 24 months. The salary for this role is $87,772 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.For more information, please view the position description. M
Responsibilities + Skills
Education
A PhD in structural engineering, preferably with a focus on earthquake engineeringExperience conducting large-scale structural testingProficiency in structural analysis software (e.g., SAP2000, OpenSeesPy)Familiarity with New Zealand seismic design codes (preferred)The ability to synthesise technical information and contribute to engineering design guidelines
Experience
