Fluids Research Faculty

Applied Research Laboratory at the Penn State University; State College (Centre County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State invites applications for an Assistant Research Professor to join the Fluids Research Department. The role focuses on basic and applied research in fluid mechanics, exploring hydrodynamics, cavitating and multi-phase flows, marine vehicles, turbomachinery, and renewable energy systems.

The candidate will design and conduct experiments, analyze data, write reports and papers, collaborate with engineers and faculty, and develop proposals for funded

Qualifications

• Experience in experimental aerodynamics or fluid mechanics.
• Ability to clearly convey ideas to drive understanding.
• Proven ability to write white papers or reports.
• Experience collaborating in multi-disciplinary, team-oriented cultures.

Responsibilities

• Design, assemble, and operate complex test articles and experiments at ARL facilities, government test facilities, and field sites.
• Work with a team to acquire, analyze, and evaluate test data, including hands-on preparation and execution of experiments.
• Author or co-author reports, presentations, and papers and present to technical personnel.
• Interact with engineers, researchers, and academic faculty across disciplines.

Skills

Experimental aerodynamics

Clear communication

White papers/reports

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

CAD

Job description

We are searching for an Assistant Research Professor to join the Fluids Research Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. The Department is part of the Fluid Dynamics Division within the Fluid Dynamics and Acoustics Office, which has a long, successful history of providing innovative solutions and technology to a range of U.S. Government and Industry sponsors. This role will support and conduct basic and applied research in fluid mechanics, investigating a wide range of areas of hydrodynamics interest, including complex single and multi-phase flows, cavitating flows, marine vehicles, turbomachinery, and renewable energy production.

ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

You will:

• Contribute to the design, assembly, and operation of complex test articles and experiments at ARL facilities, government test facilities, and field sites

• Work as part of a team to acquire, analyze and evaluate test data, including hands-on preparation and execution of experiments

• Author/co-author reports, presentations, and papers and present to technical personnel

• Interact collaboratively with other engineers, researchers, and academic faculty

• Perform analytical and theoretical studies in the general field of fluid dynamics

• Utilize advanced flow diagnostics / measurement techniques

• Manage projects of small or moderate size and scope in experimental aerodynamics or fluid dynamics
• Collaboratively develop, write, and submit proposals for funded research
• Develop and maintain external research relationships

Non-tenure faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience.

Required Skills/Experience areas include:

• Past success in experimental aerodynamics or fluid mechanics

• Ability to express ideas successfully to drive understanding
• Past success in writing white papers or reports
• Experience collaborating in multi-disciplinary, team-oriented cultures

Preferred Skills/Experience areas include:

• Design and execution of experiments using wind or water tunnels
• Advanced flow diagnostics/measurement techniques
• Past success within systems engineering
• Solid modeling/CAD systems, MATLAB, or Simulink
• Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if required

Your working location will be on-site in State College, PA with some flexibility to work from home. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. This role requires periodic travel to remote locations.

ARL’s purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our website at www.arl.psu.edu.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.Notice regarding employment at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL):Employees must be eligible to obtain a government security clearance, participate in the ARL drug testing program, and comply with electronic and physical monitoring requirements applicable to federal contractors. ARL operates in a secure information environment involving Unclassified, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and Classified information. Personal electronic devices brought onsite must be registered and may be restricted from certain areas. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.

BENEFITS

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

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