Are you interested in computational mechanics?
Our research focuses on the following
- Simulating how materials deform and fail
- Understanding how mechanics at the molecular level controls the macroscale response
- Implementation of new modeling methods with high performance, massively parallel programming
Desired coursework/skills
- Coursework in mechanics, materials science, and applied mathematics
- Programming experience (c/c++, Python, FORTRAN).
- Parallel programming (MPI, OpenMP, CUDA)
- You should have a passion for programming and technical computing to be successful in this group.
Openings for 2012 PhD students
If you are interested please email Prof. Oswald and attach your CV, research interests, and other supporting materials (publications, code samples, etc). Also be sure to apply for admission to ASU (application checklist).
Openings for post-doctoral scholars
There is an opening for a post doctoral scholar in multiscale polymer simulations. The position will involve developing new methods for modeling high strain rate deformation and shock propagation in polymer composites. Candidates should have proficiency with Python and c++ programming and have experience running LAMMPS or other MD software packages. Knowledge of finite element methods is also highly beneficial. Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV, publication list, research interests and references to Prof. Oswald.