Postdoctoral Scientist: Granular Rheology & Fluid Dynamics

University of Colorado System; Allenspark (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Eco Pass for transit

CU Advantage program

Job summary

University of Colorado Boulder seeks a postdoctoral scientist to explore the physics of nature-inspired liquid-solid suspensions, focusing on rheology and fluid dynamics. The role is funded for two years with an anticipated start date as soon as possible, offering a competitive salary and benefits.

The candidate will perform cutting-edge experiments, analyze data, and publish findings while collaborating with a team studying granular rheology and environmental applications such as icy and

Qualifications

• PhD in STEM field (engineering, physics or applied mathematics).
• Experience conducting laboratory experiments and data analysis.
• Willingness to apply independent thought and creativity; non-linear career paths considered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct novel research in the laboratory and publish results.
• Collaborate with team members and generate research outputs.
• Test particle-fluid mixtures using a constant-pressure imposed 2D rheometer.
• Investigate shear-thickening and non-Newtonian rheology of suspension mixtures.

Skills

Lab experiments

Data analysis

High-speed imaging

Matlab

Python

Initiative

Education

PhD in STEM fields

Tools

Rheometer (2D)

Job description

University of Colorado Boulder seeks a postdoctoral scientist to explore the physics of nature-inspired liquid-solid suspensions, focusing on rheology and fluid dynamics. The role is funded for two years with an anticipated start date as soon as possible, offering a competitive salary and benefits.

The candidate will perform cutting-edge experiments, analyze data, and publish findings while collaborating with a team studying granular rheology and environmental applications such as icy and