Research Associate in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 47,500 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia is hiring a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Charlottesville, VA. The position involves numerical algorithm development for computational fluid dynamics and contributions to large-scale simulations.

The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in a relevant field and possess strong programming skills in C++. A competitive salary between $47,500 and $90,000 is offered based on experience, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field, obtained within 5 years.
• Research experience in CFD methods and numerical analysis.
• Proficient in C++ and parallel programming.

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze numerical methods for CFD applications.
• Work on scalable solvers and domain decomposition methods.
• Contribute to advanced algorithm development for HPC.

Skills

C++ programming

Parallel programming

CFD methods

Numerical methods

Stability analysis

Education

PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, or related field

Job description

The Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Propulsion Laboratory in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at University of Virginia is seeking a qualified candidate for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position.

Research in the laboratory focuses on high‑performance computing (HPC) methods in CFD, advanced algorithm development, data assimilation and scientific machine learning. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of advanced numerical algorithms for large‑scale CFD modeling and simulations, including scalable solvers, domain decomposition methods, and data‑driven and physics‑driven learning techniques.

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will work as an algorithm developer within the CFD and Propulsion Laboratory and will be responsible for the development, implementation, and analysis of efficient numerical methods for next‑generation CFD applications on HPC platforms.

Qualification Requirements

• PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, or related field, within 5 years post‑PhD
• Research experience in CFD methods, numerical methods and analysis, stability analysis
• Experience with scalable solvers and domain decomposition methods
• Proficiency in C++ programming and parallel programming
• Knowledge of stochastic partial differential equations (PDEs), stochastic processes and analysis
• Experience in model reduction and surrogate model development
• Knowledge of uncertainty quantification

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in AI/ML
• Experience in supercomputing
• Peer‑reviewed publications in computational mathematics or computational/numerical methods

Salary

The anticipated hiring base salary is $53,000. Estimated salary range is $47,500 - $90,000, commensurate with experience.

Benefits

For more information on the benefits available to Research Associate at UVA, visit hr.virginia.edu/benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.