TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate - Mechanical Engineering

Texas Tech University System; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution as a Post Doctoral Research Associate in Mechanical Engineering, where you will engage in innovative research that shapes the future of thermal sciences and manufacturing technologies. This role offers the opportunity to conduct groundbreaking studies, develop advanced simulation models, and collaborate with esteemed faculty members. You will be part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to student success and research excellence, all while enjoying the benefits of living in a dynamic city known for its cultural and economic vibrancy. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of engineering research, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• PhD in area of project specialization required.
• Knowledge of modern research practices and standards.
• Ability to organize work and prioritize objectives.

Responsibilities

• Conduct numerical computations using the Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics method.
• Develop advanced models for drop-wall interactions.
• Investigate characteristics of thermal sprays.

Skills

Independent research

Thermal sciences

Manufacturing technologies

Programming in Fortran

Programming in C

Programming in C++

Programming in Matlab

Fluid dynamics

Heat transfer

Education

PhD in relevant field

Job description

TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate - Mechanical Engineering

41023BR

Mechanical Engineering

Position Description

Performs specialized Post Doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with PhD studies and the interpretation of the results of publication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

About the Department and/or College

The Department of Mechanical Engineering awarded 305 undergraduate, 24 MS and 13 PhD degrees in FY 2020-21. Department enrollment includes 800 undergraduate students and 150 graduate students. Among the 30 tenure-track, tenured, research professors and professors of practice, roughly 30% are women and minorities. In recent years, department faculty have been awarded nearly 4 million dollars in externally sponsored research, of which 70% were from federal sources. Faculty are known for cited work on bio-inspired devices, computational mechanics, vortex dynamics, turbulence, microfluidics, nanoimprinting, physiological microstructure and translational nutrition, cardiovascular dynamics, nanomedicine, energetic and biological materials, and robust control methods. Department faculty recognitions and awards include membership in the US National Academy of Engineering and foreign Academies of Engineering and the Sciences, recognitions as Thomson-Reuters highly cited scholars, PECASE, Young Investigator DOD awards, and NSF CAREER awards. For more information about the mechanical engineering department, please visit http://www.depts.ttu.edu/me/.

Major/Essential Functions

Conduct numerical computations using the Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) method; Develop advanced models to simulate drop-wall interactions using SPH; Characterize impact regimes of fuel drop impact; Investigate characteristics of thermal sprays; Derive engineering models to predict thermal spray behaviors for advanced manufacturing applications.

Required Qualifications

PhD in area of project specialization. Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof. Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public. Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Independent research abilities to survey literature and develop new research areas. Excellent fundamental knowledge in thermal sciences and manufacturing technologies. Excellent programming skills in Fortran, C, C++, Matlab; Excellent understanding of fluid dynamics and heat transfer.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

None

Shift

Day

8-5

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Research Staff

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

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