Ph.D. Positions in Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering

[PERL]

The Propulsion & Energy Research Laboratory at the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering, Old Dominion University is currently seeking two exceptional doctoral candidates for state of the art research opportunities (Graduate Research Assistantships) in reacting and non-reacting turbulent flows for advance aero-propulsion and combustion energy conversion systems. Competitive three year stipend salaries are available, including full tuition waiver support and benefits.

 

Job Description:

The research will focus understanding the fundamental interactions between fluid and flame dynamics for multi-phase turbulent reacting flows, clean combustion strategies and alternative renewable biofuels through experimental research and physics-based reduced order models.

 

Required:

Candidates must have the following in order to be considered for this position:

• A recent M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering
• A strong background and training in thermal sciences, fluid mechanics, and combustion sciences
• A demonstrated accomplishment in experimental and numerical research
• A working style demonstrating initiative and willingness to take on individual responsibility
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to work effectively with others

Desired:

• Experience with advanced laser-based optical diagnostics (PIV/PLIF) and experience with combustion research.

To apply, please send a C.V./resume (GPAs, GRE scores and list of references) to Dr. Kareem Ahmed (k1ahmed@odu.edu). Lab page (http://www.odu.edu/~k1ahmed/PERL/)

 

Old Dominion University is located in the downtown City of Norfolk in the metropolitan Hampton Roads region of coastal Virginia. The University is at the heart of a very attractive area where NASA Langley Research Center and other major industries reside. Additionally, the University is short minutes from Virginia Beach and Ocean Front beaches.

 

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