• Postdoctoral Researcher- Mechanical Engineering

    Wayne State University (Detroit, MI)


    Postdoctoral Researcher- Mechanical Engineering

     

    Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedPostdoctoral Researcher- Mechanical Engineeringat its Detroit campus location.

     

    Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

    Essential functions (job duties):

    We invite applications for a postdoctoral researcher position focused on laboratory investigations of air-blast atomization in liquid films. We are seeking a highly motivated, independent, and creative researcher with a strong background in atomization and experimental fluid mechanics, particularly in optical flow-visualization techniques. The successful candidate will conduct advanced laboratory experiments to study the dynamics of gas coherent structures and the formation of transverse liquid waves. This work will involve a combination of novel experimental approaches, including PIV, LIF, high-speed imaging, and shadowgraph. The postdoctoral fellow will be responsible for collecting and analyzing data, and for producing project reports and peer-reviewed journal publications.

    Qualifications:

    This position requires a PhD qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Physics or related field. The successful candidate should demonstrate a strong background in liquid atomization and experimental fluid mechanics. Strong ability to analyze analytical data sets. Experience with PIV, LIF, high-speed imaging, and shadowgraph is highly desirable. Effective oral and written communication skills are required. The candidate is expected to be self-motivated, able to work collaboratively with team members and external collaborators.

    School/College/Division:

    H05 - College of Engineering

    Primary department:

    H0507 - Mechanical Engineering

    Employment type:

    + Regular Employee

    + Job type: Full Time

    + Job category: Research

    Funding/salary information:

    + Compensation type: Annual Salary

    + Salary minimum: TBD

    + Salary hire maximum: TBD

    Job openings:

    + Number of openings: 1

    Background check requirements:

    University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

     

    The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer.