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Research Associate (Limited Term) (2 Year Term)

Date Posted: 03/13/2025
Req ID: 42143
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
Department: Department of Civil and Mineral Engineering
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

 

Description

 

The University of Toronto’s Department of Civil & Mineral Engineering offers a dynamic compendium of research and academic programs with a mandate that spans a wide range of applications in professional practice, encompassing the built environment and its infrastructure, transportation engineering and planning, structural engineering, environmental engineering, mining and geomechanics. Our department seeks to uphold and strengthen its position as a preeminent leader in education and research, and to continue to develop sustainable solutions for the global community across the spectrum from mineral engineering to urban infrastructure.

 

Your Opportunity

 

The Department of Civil & Mineral Engineering, University of Toronto, invites applications for a Research Associate position in the Mine Modeling and Analytics Lab. The new hire will oversee a two-year research project related to blast—and construction-induced ground vibrations using AI methods. Prof. Kamran Esmaeili is the principal investigator (PI).

 

Qualifications

 

We seek a highly qualified candidate with a Ph.D. in a relevant scientific field and 1–2 years of postdoctoral research experience. The ideal candidate should have expertise in wave propagation in geomaterials and time series prediction using artificial intelligence (AI) and statistical methods. A strong background in numerical modeling of geomechanical problems is highly desirable. Additionally, familiarity with ground vibrations in construction and mining industries is essential. Candidates should have a strong record of publications in peer-reviewed journals and conferences.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Analyze large ground vibration databases.
  • Collect and integrate additional data from real construction and mining projects.
  • Deploy and work with wireless seismograph sensors in the field.
  • Develop finite element numerical models to simulate real-world ground vibration scenarios.
  • Leverage AI, field data, and numerical simulations to develop hybrid tools for ground vibration prediction.
  • Collaborate regularly with the broader research team and industrial sponsors to coordinate numerical and field-based research.
  • Present research findings to the Principal Investigator (PI), industrial sponsors, and research team members.

 

Note: 2-year term with possibility of extension

 

Closing Date: 03/26/2025,11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Research Associate 
Appointment Type: Grant - Term 
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: R01 -- Research Associates (Limited Term): $52,574 - $98,576
Job Category: Engineering / Technical

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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