About the role#
Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises is hiring two part-time Graduate Research Assistants to support a project focused on structural vibration. You will work under the supervision of Dr. Zahra Sotoudeh on both experimental and numerical research tasks.
What you'll do#
- Conduct experimental analysis on structural vibrations.
- Perform numerical analysis for project requirements.
- Use ANSYS software for structural modeling.
- Apply machine learning techniques to research data.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student at Cal Poly Pomona.
- Completion of a Vibration course.
- Familiarity with ANSYS.
- Hands-on experience in experimental structural analysis.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Pomona, California.
- Work is on-site.
- This is a part-time role with rolling terms.
- Candidates must be pursuing degrees in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
About Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises
Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises is a non-profit organization based in Pomona, California. Founded in 1966, it has served the university for over 45 years. The organization manages dining services, college retail, student housing, hospitality, and real estate. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. Surplus funds from these operations provide financial and facility resources for students, faculty, and staff.
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