Aeroacoustics Research Associate: Flow Noise (Sydney)

UNSW; Princeton (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

UNSW Sydney invites applications for a Research Associate (Level A) in aeroacoustics to contribute to the Flow Noise Group’s research efforts. The role focuses on measurement, prediction and analysis of flow-generated noise within a collaborative academic setting.

The successful candidate will work on defined projects, advance their research expertise and engage with publications and conferences, reporting to the group lead in a dynamic university environment.

Qualifications

• A PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
• Experience in experimental aeroacoustics, turbulence measurements and/or wind tunnel testing.
• Experience in high-speed data acquisition and signal processing.
• Desirable: experience in numerical modelling tools for fluid flow and acoustic analysis.
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake high-quality academic research with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build relationships.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with diverse stakeholders and students.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to research efforts in aeroacoustics and develop research expertise.
• Support measurement, prediction and analysis of flow-generated noise.
• Be based with the Flow Noise Group in the School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at UNSW Sydney.
• Report to Manuj Awasthi and have no direct reports.

Skills

Aeroacoustics

Wind tunnel testing

Data acquisition

Signal processing

Numerical modelling

Independent research

Publications & presentations

Team collaboration

Stakeholder communication

Education

PhD in related discipline

Tools

Numerical modelling tools

Job description

UNSW Sydney invites applications for a Research Associate (Level A) in aeroacoustics to contribute to the Flow Noise Group’s research efforts. The role focuses on measurement, prediction and analysis of flow-generated noise within a collaborative academic setting.

The successful candidate will work on defined projects, advance their research expertise and engage with publications and conferences, reporting to the group lead in a dynamic university environment.