"Postdoctoral Research Associate, Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering"

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.

Contact Information for Candidates

Hermann Fasel, faselh@arizona.edu

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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