The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Cornell University seeks two postdoctoral research associates. These positions will be located at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, USA.  Each position is initially available for one year with a potential renewal for a total of two years. One position involves research and development of large-scale network models and solution procedures for the design and analysis of infrastructure systems including electric power under earthquake hazard. Skills required include optimization and, ideally some power systems knowledge. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in civil engineering, electrical engineering, operations research, or closely related field. The second position is focused on data analytics and hurricane evacuation modeling. Skills desired are in the space of data analytics. Again, candidates should hold a Ph.D. in civil engineering, statistics, operations research, or closely related field.

To apply: Application materials must be submitted on-line through AcademicJobsOnline at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/16908

Through this website, applicants are to submit a curriculum vitae, graduate transcript, and the names and contact information for at least three references.  The successful applicant anticipated hire date is January 1, 2021 (or earlier based on candidate availability). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.  Questions can be directed to cee_search@cornell.edu

Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery and engagement. Located in Ithaca, NY, Cornell's far-flung global presence includes the medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as Cornell Tech campus on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.

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