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Apply for Job Job ID361486 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyAcademic Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code9546 Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job This is a postdoctoral position within a world-renowned research center for biomaterials and biomechanics equipped with state-of-the-art material testing and characterization facilities. Work will be conducted in a multi-disciplinary research laboratory with the aim of fundamentally understanding the biomechanics of orthodontic devices through experimental and numerical work. This appointment will run from 9/9/2024-9/8/2025. Time in this position will be divided as follows: [40%] Conduct research into the biomechanics of orthodontic devices. [40%] Publish research results in high-impact-factor journals. [20%] Contribute to grant writing and other efforts to secure research funding. The researcher in this position is expected to work independently with the following duties: Measure the mechanical and structural properties of orthodontic devices using traditional and state-of-the-art techniques such as stress relaxation, micro-CT and nano-indentation. Develop, calibrate and validate numerical models for the structure-structure interaction between orthodontic devices and teeth. Oversee and track research progress. Periodically evaluate the research data and results for compliance with grant requirements and study aims. Work on other projects including both federally and industrially funded projects. Help the supervisor and research team evaluate the methods and suggest alternatives, report progress, and discuss and plan new procedures, to aid in the investigation of broad research. Perform data analyses, and present summary to the supervisor as requested. Assist authoring of research presentations, write and publish peer-reviewed journal articles, and contribute to grant writing and submission. Train new researchers in the roles of experimenter and assistant. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required Qualifications: *PhD or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or related fields. *Substantial experience in finite element modeling of mechanical components or structures. *Substantial experience in imaging techniques such as optical profilometry, SEM, and micro-CT. *At least 3 journal publications as first author. Preferred Qualifications: *Research experience in dental biomechanics. *Research experience in orthodontic devices. *Experience in writing grant applications. About the Department The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is the state's only dental school and the only dental school in the northern tier of states between Wisconsin and the Pacific Northwest. We are a regional resource to five states for dental education, consulting services, patient treatment, and ongoing continuing dental education. We educate dentists, dental specialists, dental therapists, dental hygienists, dental educators and research-scientists. We offer advanced degree programs in seven ADA-recognized specialties: endodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, prosthodontics and TMD and orofacial pain. We educate scholars in oral biology, dental hygiene and oral health for older adults. Dentists from other countries who wish to practice in the United States matriculate through our Program for Advanced Standing Students. Learners have the option to pursue a Masters in Public Health or a PhD alongside their DDS degree. We are the only dental hygiene program in the state associated with a dental school. Offering programs at the baccalaureate and master of science level, our integrated program prepares oral health professionals to collaborate from their first day in the profession. We became the first dental school in the nation to educate dental therapists in 2009. Dental therapists perform basic preventative services, drill and restore teeth for children and adults and remove primary teeth under the supervision of a licensed dentist. As of 2023, we have graduated 91 dental therapists from the program. Our work affects virtually every person in Minnesota. We educate approximately 73% of the state's practicing dentists, 68% of licensed dental therapists, and 49% of dental hygiene educators. Our researchers develop and test restorative materials used by dentists around the world. We provide critical oral health care with more than 100,000 patient visits in our campus clinics and more than 16,000 patient visits at outreach sites in underserved communities throughout the state. We provide continuing dental education for 7,1000 practicing dental professionals each year. The School of Dentistry is dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Diverse teams, perspectives, and backgrounds create a strong and creative team that best serves the University's many communities, on campus and beyond. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Black, Indigenous, people of color, LGBTQIA+, women, veterans, and members of historically underrepresented communities are highly encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit our website, dentistry.umn.edu Benefits Working at the University At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work. The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University HSA contributions Disability and employer-paid life insurance Employee wellbeing program Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity Financial counseling services Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647. Diversity Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our... For full info follow application link. The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.