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TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate
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Position Number: 3504939
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Engineering - Mechanical

TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate
Lubbock
30555BR
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.

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.

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