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PhD positions are available in the group of Prof. Stefano Gonella at the University of Minnesota Twin-Cities. (http://personal.cege.umn.edu/~gonella/). The positions are in the area of wave mechanics of advanced materials, with focus on elastic and acoustic metamaterials. Current topics of interest include: 1) Mechanics of nonlinear metamaterials, including: soft architected materials, nonlinear lattices and granular crystals. 2) Tunable metamaterials and phononic crystals for wave manipulation. In addition to the core theoretical and computational research, graduate students will have the opportunity to conduct experimental work using a state-of-the-art 3D Scanning Laser Doppler Vibrometer (3D-SLDV). The ideal candidate is a highly motivated and creative individual with solid foundations in mechanics, good communication skills and strong coding experience. Proficiency with Matlab is essential. Experience with other programming languages or commercial FEM packages is an asset. Applicants must submit a brief cover letter, including a statement of interest in the group’s research, a detailed resume, indicating education, experience and qualifications, and the names and contact information of three references. All applications should be sent via email to Prof. Stefano Gonella at [email protected]. Qualified candidates will be contacted via email to schedule a follow-up interview. The positions are expected to start in fall semester 2016. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The department of Civil, Environmental, and Geo- Engineering at the University of Minnesota distinguishes itself for the highly diverse interests and backgrounds of its faculty and for its multidisciplinary research, which stretches beyond the classical boundaries between disciplines. The department currently features over ten faculty actively conducting research in the most diverse areas of mechanics. The University of Minnesota is one of the most comprehensive and prestigious public universities in the United States. The main campus is located in the vibrant heart of the Minneapolis-Saint-Paul metropolitan area (the Twin Cities), one of the fastest-growing economic, arts and culture hubs in the nation, just blocks from theaters, museums, professional sports venues and endless recreation opportunities. Weizman Art Museum - U of M Minneapolis sculpture garden TCF Bank Stadium - U of M McNamara Alumni building Downtown Minneapolis Civil Engineering building