Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowship: The Mechanics and Computation Group at Stanford University’s Department of Mechanical Engineering is inviting applications for the Stephen Timoshenko Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowship. This two-year fellowship is designed for researchers at the intersection of mechanics, computation, and experimental science, providing a unique opportunity to conduct independent research, collaborate with faculty, and develop teaching experience.
Designation
Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Area
Mechanics, Computation, Additive Manufacturing, Soft Materials, Robotics, Micro- and Nano-mechanics, Computer Vision, and Machine Learning
Location
Stanford University, Stanford, California
Eligibility/Qualification
- Candidates must have received a Ph.D. prior to the start of the appointment (September 1, 2026) but not more than 2 years before.
- Research activities should be broadly aligned with the fields of mechanics and computation.
- Candidates must demonstrate outstanding promise in research and a strong interest and ability in teaching.
Job Description
- Conduct independent research in emerging and interdisciplinary areas related to mechanics and computation.
- Collaborate with multiple faculty members within the group and contribute to ongoing research projects.
- Design and teach courses in the mechanics curriculum, enhancing the candidate’s teaching experience.
- Propose a budget for experimental and computational costs associated with independent research, assuming access to shared facilities and labs.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following application materials as a single PDF:
- Cover letter (one page)
- Curriculum vitae, including a list of publications
- Brief statements of proposed research (up to three pages) and teaching (one page)
- Names and contact information for three recommendation letter writers
- Proposed budget for experimental and computational costs
Submit your application materials via the Application Form.
For administrative questions, please contact Bryan Gonzalez at: beeyz95@stanford.edu. The faculty point of contact for this fellowship is Adrian Lew: lewa@stanford.edu.
Last Date to Apply
December 1, 2025 (applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled).
