Postdoctoral Research Associate, Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
Posting Number: req20670
Department: Aerospace & Mechanical Engr
Location: Main Campus
Address: 1130 N Mountain Ave, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA
Position Highlights
The Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of Arizona is hiring a qualified and highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our Computational Fluid Dynamics Laboratory with a focus on Direct Numerical Simulations for investigating laminar-turbulent transition for hypersonic boundary layers.The successful candidate will integrate experimental measurements, multi-physics modeling, and advanced ML techniques to enhance predictive analytics for battery safety. This position involves close collaboration with team members and participation in a feedback loop to refine AI algorithms. A detailed knowledge of thermal-electrochemical battery testing is not required, a general understanding is sufficient.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform high fidelity direct numerical simulations (DNS) as well as local and global stability analysis for investigating shock boundary layer interactions and extracting the relevant hydrodynamic instability mechanisms.
- Analyze data using Fourier transforms, proper orthogonal decomposition, and dynamic mode decomposition where applicable and understand the underlying flow instabilities.
- Collaborate with other members in the Computational Fluid Dynamics
Laboratory and make significant progress in the understanding of relevant physics to the above mentioned flow configurations. - Foster collaborations within the Department, with other units across the University, and with team members at other institutes.
- Prepare and publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at conferences.
- Assist in writing grant proposals to secure funding for ongoing and future research.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Effective
collaboration skills and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team. - Excellent
communication skills, both oral and written. - Strong
analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data sets. - Competence
in preparing detailed technical reports and presentations.
Minimum Qualifications
- PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field of study.
- Selected applicant must have PhD conferred upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience with high-performance computing.
- Experience with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) codes.
FLSA: Exempt
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40
Job FTE: 1.0
Work Calendar: Fiscal
Job Category: Research
Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay: $61,008-$74,088
Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Contact Information for Candidates
Hermann Fasel
faselh@arizona.edu
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.Cover Letter: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).
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At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
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