Postdoctoral Associate

Posting Details

Position Information

Fiscal Year 2025-2026

Position Title Postdoctoral Associate

Classification Title Postdoctoral Associate

Department Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Posting Number R260073

Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/62277

Employer Research Foundation

Position Type RF Professional

Job Type Full-Time

Appointment Term

Salary Grade E.89

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary The Sound and Vibrations Lab, directed by Prof. Mostafa Nouh at the University at Buffalo – SUNY, is seeking one or more Postdoctoral Associate researchers in the areas of phononics, acoustic and elastic metamaterials, mechanical intelligence, and thermoacoustic energy management.

The successful Postdoctoral Associate candidate will:

• Perform research surrounding theoretical, computational and experimental aspects of the project.
• Provide timely data dissemination.
• Play a key role in shaping the future direction of the project.

The ideal candidate should have a solid background in acoustics, elastic wave theory (e.g., dispersion, beaming, structural dynamics, etc.) and numerical finite element simulations. Relevant experimental expertise is highly desirable but not strictly required. As such, candidates who can demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and some degree of independence will be strongly considered. The candidate will be mentored by the PI and will have the support and resources of the Office of Postdoctoral Scholars.

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As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or closely related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

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Physical Demands

Driving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.

Salary Range $50,000 - $80,000

Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.

Work Hours 40

Campus North Campus

Posting Alerts

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting? No

Background Check Notification

Contact Information

Contact's Name Mostafa Nouh

Contact's Pronouns

Contact's Title Professor

Contact's Email mnouh@buffalo.edu

Contact's Phone 716-645-1449

Posting Dates

Posted 05/07/2026

Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled

Date to be filled

References

Number of references required 1

Reference Cutoff Date

Instructions to Applicant