Postdoctoral Researcher — Squid Swimming & Fluid Dynamics

University of North Texas - Denton; Denton (TX); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The University of North Texas is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the College of Engineering to lead quantitative analysis of squid swimming and related flow-field topology using graph theory. The candidate will assess coordination and efficiency under varying conditions, with funding provided by NSF.

The role emphasizes collaboration with biologists, use of volumetric flow measurement, and development of novel analysis methods while advising undergraduate researchers.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience analyzing three-dimensional velocity fields.
• Experience with graph analysis and optimization methods.
• Computer programming or scripting experience.

Aufgaben

• Analyze data and develop physical models.
• Write publications.
• Prepare and present technical presentations.
• Assist with project reports.

Kenntnisse

Velocity field analysis

Graph analysis

Programming/scripting

Ausbildung

PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Jobbeschreibung

The University of North Texas is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the College of Engineering to lead quantitative analysis of squid swimming and related flow-field topology using graph theory. The candidate will assess coordination and efficiency under varying conditions, with funding provided by NSF.

The role emphasizes collaboration with biologists, use of volumetric flow measurement, and development of novel analysis methods while advising undergraduate researchers.