Job Description

The PHASE research group within the Kevin T. Crofton Department of Aerospace and Ocean Engineering at Virginia Tech invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher position in Hypersonic Aerodynamics. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and advancing new measurement systems for the departments Hypersonic blowdown wind tunnel, and conducting cutting-edge research into Hypersonic phenomenon. This position is based at Virginia Tech's main campus in Blacksburg, VA. Specific tasks include designing and leading wind tunnel experiments into hypersonic phenomenon, particularly turbulence in the boundary layer; developing new high-speed measurement techniques, particularly using optical diagnostics methods; augmenting experimental data with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations.

More information on Prof. Liselle Joseph and the PHASE research group can be found at the following link: https://www.aoe.vt.edu/people/faculty/liselle-joseph.html.

This role offers opportunities for teaching and service-related activities to successful candidates.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering by the time of appointment
Demonstrated expertise in experimental methods for Hypersonic testing facilities
Expertise in one or more optical diagnostics methods for high speed flows
Experience with Hypersonic CFD codes, such as US3D
Proficiency in LabView
Proficiency in MATLAB
A proven track record of peer-reviewed publications

Preferred Qualifications

Expertise in high-speed turbulent flows
Experience developing novel measurement techniques in hypersonic wind tunnels such a temperature/pressure sensitive paints, infrared thermography, PLIF, FLDI etc.
Proficiency in Python
Experience running simulations with high performance computing (HPC) resources
Strong communication skills
Experience mentoring graduate or undergraduate students

Overtime Status: Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type: Restricted

Salary Information: Commensurate on experience

Hours per week: 40

Review Date: May 23, 2025

Additional Information: The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Virginia Tech

Blacksburg, VA, USA

"Postdoctoral Associate"

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