Openings
The current openings in our lab are listed below. Interested applicants should send their CV along with the contact information of their references to Dr. Kasra Momeni (kmomeni@ua.edu or kasra@knanosys.com ). In the Subject of your email, please specify the position you're applying for, e.g., PhD or MSc.
PhD Positions:
- A PhD position on modeling the material processes is open for students with a background in Mechanical Engineering or related fields with a MSc degree. The candidates should have a solid background in theoretical and computational mechanics. Knowledge of continuum mechanics, finite element modeling (e.g., using COMSOL), and a programming language (preferably C++) is a plus.
MSc Positions:
- No current openings.
Undergraduate Research Positions:
- Several undergraduate research opportunities are now open in our lab on engineering design and data analysis. The students must have a background in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
Lab Policies:
- Eating, drinking from uncovered containers, and the use of tobacco products are not permitted in the laboratory at any time.
- Users must follow all posted safety guidelines and instructions provided by lab personnel. Failure to comply may result in removal from the lab and/or disciplinary action.
- Removal of university-owned or licensed documentation, software, or equipment from the laboratory is prohibited without explicit authorization.
- Laboratory equipment and materials must be used only for their intended academic or research purposes.
- All software in the laboratory is subject to licensing agreements. Unauthorized copying, distribution, or removal of licensed software may constitute copyright infringement under the U.S. Copyright Act and is a violation of University of Alabama policy.
- Abuse or misuse of computing resources is prohibited and may result in loss of access and/or disciplinary action.
- Responsible use of computing resources includes:
- Using hardware and software in a lawful and appropriate manner.
- Respecting the privacy and security of other users; unauthorized access to another user's files, accounts, or data is prohibited.
- Maintaining a quiet and respectful environment conducive to study and research (e.g., silencing mobile devices and avoiding disruptions).
- Protecting personal data and login credentials.
- Users are responsible for backing up their own data. The laboratory is not responsible for the loss, corruption, or theft of personal data or files.
- Students are expected to make a good-faith effort to complete their assigned projects. Students who voluntarily abandon a project prior to making a substantial intellectual contribution may forfeit eligibility for authorship on resulting manuscripts. Authorship and intellectual property determinations will be made in accordance with applicable university policies, sponsor agreements, and standard academic practices.
- Violations of these policies may result in suspension or revocation of laboratory access and may be referred for disciplinary action under applicable university procedures.