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Postdoctoral Research Associate
Princeton University


Date Posted Aug. 25, 2025
Title Postdoctoral Research Associate
University Princeton University
Princeton, NJ, United States
Department Keller Center for Innovation in Engineering Education
Application Deadline Sep. 25, 2025
Position Start Date Oct. 1, 2025
 
 
  • Post-Doc
  • Sustainable Engineering
    Education Systems & Design
    Civil Engineering
    Engineering - Other
 
 

The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences at Princeton University seeks applications for a postdoctoral position at the Keller Center for Innovation in Engineering Education. The position is in the area of Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence Research and Design. The Keller Center, an interdisciplinary hub within the School of Engineering with focus on innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology and society, is developing an emerging research and teaching program in design that embraces Princeton's commitment to the betterment of humanity through deliberative, informed, and thoughtful design interventions. Successful applicants will be expected to participate in the activities of the Keller Center and contribute to the emerging design program. They will work with Prof. Adriaenssens (Form Finding Lab) in a team with designers, makers and social scientists.

Responsibilities include: 1) Developing a human-centered computational artificial Intelligence structural design framework that facilitates community engagement for resilient low-cost housing; 2) Leading journal publication efforts; 3) Pro-actively contributing to the academic design community at Keller; 4) Developing and writing research proposals; 5) Contributing to the co and extra-curricular activities of Keller.

- Applicants must hold or expect to have a doctoral degree in civil, structural, architectural or mechanical engineering, physics, applied mathematics.

- A strong background in theoretical mechanics and applied mathematics, with an expertise in artificial intelligence. Expertise in design, social sciences or humanities are a plus;

- A very good publication record and strong project management and interpersonal skills.

Positions at the postdoctoral rank are for one year with the possibility of renewal pending satisfactory performance and continued funding. The preferred start will be in November 2025 or earlier.

Interested candidates should submit an application online at https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/39701. Applications should include a CV, a cover letter, a brief statement of research experience and research they hope to undertake at Princeton, and the contact information for three references. The application deadline is September 30, 2025. Please send inquiries to sadriaen@princeton.edu. This position is subject to the University's background check policy. The work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University.

Expected Salary Range: $65,000 - $67,600

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.


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Contact Information

 
  • Victoria Dorman
    Keller Center for Innovation in Engineering Education
    Princeton University
    Princeton, NJ
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  • vdorman@princeton.edu

 

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