Postdoctoral Fellow – Smart Manufacturing Research Group on Cyber-Physical Systems

About the Employer:

Tecnológico de Monterrey, the leading private University in México, continues strengthening and renewing the commitment to its research strategy, making research an institutional priority to:

Significantly contribute to the quality of its teaching-learning process (Educate), transform the scientific and technological knowledge into innovative solutions that benefit society (Innovate) and transform, through knowledge generation and transfer, impacting the community in economic, political and social aspects. Aimed to fulfill these objectives, Tecnológico de Monterrey has designed an action-research model, named Research that Transforms Lives, based on a collaborative, interdisciplinary and open innovation ecosystem, with the participation of researchers, teachers, professional and graduate students. Research that Transforms Lives objective is to be and engine that generates innovative solutions for the economic and social development of México. 40 Research Groups with Strategic Focus have been established where the scientific activity starts from a specific challenge, which is connected with a discipline and, more precisely, connected with specific topics and approaches. The entire scientific publication effort is done having in mind an application context, either to support the productive sector or to satisfy the communities’ social demands on issues such as health, food, education, housing, transportation, business, public policy, among others.

The role is part of the Research Group on Cyber-Physical Systems at Tecnológico de Monterrey, where the successful candidate will engage in areas including Smart Manufacturing, Industry 4.0, and Cyber-Physical Systems.

They will collaborate with Professors Horacio Ahuett and Thomas Kurfess from Georgia Tech. The candidate is expected to work with industry partners and conduct research to develop digital mechanics and cyber-physical systems capabilities.
 

To expand on the listed responsibilities, the candidate will not only conduct research but will also take on a leadership role as a project coordinator. This implies that they should have strong project management and team leadership skills. Mentoring students suggests that they will also need teaching or coaching skills. Publication in peer-reviewed journals suggests an expectation for conducting high-level research that contributes new knowledge to the field.
Research Issues: The postdoc student will be immersed in the practical application of cyber- physical systems within manufacturing facilities. This might involve developing computational and visualization tools, designing monitoring systems using smart tools/sensors, designing and implementing the architecture for connectivity of industrial systems and products, and exploring advanced applications for additive manufacturing. The candidate will need to have strong
research and problem-solving skills, along with expertise in digital and advanced computational technologies.

Desired Skills and Experience:

The successful candidate must have a strong academic background in related fields (a Ph.D. granted in 2012 or later) but also should have a strong
research profile with publications in JCR journals or international conferences.

The role also requires strong technical and programming skills. Experience in developing at least one programming language (Python, C, C++, Java, etc.) is also required, along with a familiarity with advanced computing platforms.

The position is full-time for one year, with the possibility of extension depending on performance. It also promises a competitive salary and benefits.

Application Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical or Mecatronics or Cyber-Physical Systems or related fields.
• Applicants are required to provide detailed CVs, including a list of publications, awards, and potential start date, and should prepare a statement outlining their previous work, research interests, and future vision.
• The request for three references and a representative publication suggests that the employer places significant value on a candidate's past performance and potential future contributions.
• Desireable experience in founding atraction or similar.
• Candidate must be expected to do a research stay at Georgia Techin USA from 4 to 6 months.

Ubication: Monterrey, Nuevo León. México.

Si estás dispuesto a impulsar el cambio y transformar a México a través de la educación, este es el lugar que estás buscando.

En el Tecnológico de Monterrey actuamos bajo el principio de igualdad de oportunidades. Por ello, no discriminamos por edad, origen étnico, nacionalidad, género, orientación sexual, estado civil, condición social, estado de salud, creencias religiosas, doctrina política o discapacidad.