Postdoctoral Researcher in Mechanical Engineering

4 days ago


Merced, California, United States University of California Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly qualified Postdoctoral Scholar to join our team in the Mechanical Engineering department at the University of California, Merced. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing optimization-based decision-making frameworks for zero-emission vehicles and charging infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and analyze theoretical guarantees of optimization frameworks using tools from optimization, dynamical systems, machine learning, and control theory.
  • Experimentally validate these methods through field experiments.
  • Collaborate closely with the PI's team to execute planned research tasks, collect and analyze data, and disseminate findings through top-tier scientific publications.
Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a PhD degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and excellent written and verbal communication skills. A strong background in optimization, controls, and electric vehicles, as well as hands-on experience with Matlab/Simulink and Python, is highly desirable.

About the University

The University of California, Merced, is a public research university committed to interdisciplinary excellence in research and teaching. We are dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion and strive to create a welcoming environment for all students, faculty, and staff.



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