Positions Description
The Flow Dynamics and Turbulence Laboratory (FDT Lab) at the Department of Mechanical Engineering of the University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) invites highly motivated graduate students to join our research team starting in the Spring, Summer, and Fall of 2024. These positions are focused on studying turbulent air-sea interaction processes and flow physics above and below the ocean interface using laboratory measurements and experimental fluid mechanics techniques. The prospective students will perform fundamental research to (1) study the turbulence above/below surface waves, (2) examine the interactions between wind turbines and ocean waves, and (3) develop numerical parameterizations for air-sea fluxes in high wind conditions.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or an equivalent terminal degree by the date of hire.
- Strong background in experimental fluid mechanics and/or flow visualization techniques.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language, such as MATLAB or Python.
- Research interests in fluid dynamics, turbulence, turbulent boundary layer flows, air-sea interactions, free surface processes, and surface gravity waves.
- Capability to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or an equivalent terminal degree by the date of hire.
- Prior experience with particle image velocimetry (PIV), shadowgraph, or schlieren techniques.
- Demonstrated experience working with LabVIEW and data acquisition (DAQ) systems.
- Research experience with a record of peer-reviewed publications in fluid dynamics, turbulence, turbulent boundary layer flows, air-sea interactions, free surface processes, or gravity waves.
Application Instructions
Interested applicants should meet the minimum admission requirements of the Office of Admission and Enrollment and the Department of Mechanical Engineering. Qualified candidates are encouraged to contact Dr. Kianoosh Yousefi at kyousefi@utdallas.edu with their CV, unofficial transcripts, and 1-page research statement that briefly discusses their research interests, experience, and future work they intend to complete at FDT Lab. Before reaching out, you are also advised to read the FDT Lab participation manual and recent publications to ensure our mentoring and research philosophies are truly in line with your passions. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered, and given the large volume of incoming applications, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted back.
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