Postdoc: CFD Combustion Research in Renewable Fuels

Clemson University; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University in Greenville, SC, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Advanced Combustion and Renewable Fuels Lab (CU-ICAR). The role focuses on CFD simulations of engine combustion concepts for renewable fuels, using ethanol, methanol, and DME data to validate models.

The position emphasizes CFD analysis, collaboration across a multidisciplinary team, and contributions to grants, papers, and presentations. It is a full-time, on-site appointment based in Greenville.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or related field by start date.
• Experience in engine combustion CFD and data analysis.
• Strong written and oral communication in collaborative settings.
• Publication record and conference presentations are valued.
• Experience with CFD software such as OpenFOAM or CONVERGE is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Submit CFD simulations to the HPC cluster and analyze results.
• Compare simulations with experimental data and validate models.
• Contribute to publications and project reports.
• Collaborate with faculty, graduate and undergraduate researchers.

Skills

CFD

Data analysis

Scholarly dissemination

Collaboration

Python

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

OpenFOAM

CONVERGE CFD

HPC

Job description

Clemson University in Greenville, SC, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Advanced Combustion and Renewable Fuels Lab (CU-ICAR). The role focuses on CFD simulations of engine combustion concepts for renewable fuels, using ethanol, methanol, and DME data to validate models.

The position emphasizes CFD analysis, collaboration across a multidisciplinary team, and contributions to grants, papers, and presentations. It is a full-time, on-site appointment based in Greenville.