Post-Doctoral Associate, Dr. Lian Shen

Dr. Lian Shen, Kenneth T. Whitby Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Director of the St. Anthony Falls Laboratory, is seeking candidates for postdoctoral researchers to work on funded research projects.

The job duties and responsibilities of the postdoctoral associate include: developing large-eddy simulation code for turbulent wind and water flows with complex land topography in presence; performing numerical simulations for wave and turbulence flows in coastal areas; investigating the flow dynamics of turbulent transport of momentum, mass, and heat in the land-air-water system; assisting principle investigator reporting project progress to funding agency; and publish research results in scientific journals.

Candidate must have a Ph.D. degree in mechanical engineering, civil and environment engineering, aerospace engineering, applied mathematics, computational sciences, atmospheric sciences, physical oceanography, or a related field. Experience with computational and/or theoretical fluid mechanics research along with a strong publication record is required. Excellent communication skills in English are preferred.

These positions are located at the St. Anthony Falls Laboratory (SAFL), an interdisciplinary fluid mechanics research center at the College of Science and Engineering. SAFL research is focused on fundamental fluid dynamics and the intersection of fluid mechanics with major societal challenges in energy, environment, and health. The lab integrates cutting-edge experimental work at laboratory and field scales with advanced computational tools and theory to obtain innovative, science-based solutions to fluid-flow challenges.

Pay Range: $58,000-$60,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

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The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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