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Post-Doc in Mechanical Engineering

The Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Maine, in collaboration with Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, seeks outstanding candidates for a postdoctoral positions in fluid-structure interaction.
Postdoctoral Research Associate(s)
(Advisor: Prof. Karyn Kunzelman – Departments of Mechanical Engineering)
Project : PERCUTANEOUS MITRAL VALVE REPAIR: A VALIDATED FLUID-STRUCTURE INTERACTION MODELThis project utilizes an advanced fluid-structure interaction (FSI) model of the mitral valve system that allows analysis of the valve in the normal, diseased, or repaired states. The findings are to be validated utilizing a well- established, but unique experimental in-vitro system, in which mitral valve function can be extensively assessed. We will assess two pathologic conditions (annular dilatation, papillary displacement) and one type of repair (percutaneous edge-to-edge repair) in both the diastolic or systolic phases. Once validated, this FSI model can be utilized to assess many different types of pathology and repair. The ultimate long term goal of this research (beyond the scope of the current proposal) is to provide an advanced fluid- structure interaction model of the mitral valve that could ultimately be used for individualized patient planning for mitral valve repair.  The project is being carried out in collaboration with Georgia Institute of Technology  and Pacific Northwest National Laboratories.  The work will be conducted on-site at PNNL.
Interested candidates with experience in fluid-structure interaction modeling, and applications to the cardiac system. are especially encouraged to apply. The position is available immediately.Contact:  karyn.cochran@maine.edu

The University of Maine is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Contact Mo Shahinpoor (mohsen.shahinpoor@maine.edu) in case you are interested to apply or have a question.