Postdoctoral Researcher Offshore Wind Energy
Postdoctoral Researcher Offshore Wind Energy
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Job Title
Postdoctoral Researcher (Offshore Wind Energy)Agency
Prairie View A&M UniversityDepartment
Center For Energy And Environmental SustainabilityProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Prairie View TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
The Offshore Wind Energy research comprises two main areas: 1 quantification of the uncertainty and estimates of the structural reliability of the structural components under extreme ocean environments and 2 development of computational fluid dynamics models for the design and optimization of turbine blades. The selected candidate is expected to have the necessary background responsible for the above two research topics and help us expand through grant proposals.
This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding.
Responsibilities:
Develop necessary computational models for blades and structures related to offshore wind energy and conduct necessary literature review.
Develop tools and conduct investigations to study uncertainties and structural reliability of the structural components.
Increase centers research productivity by developing and submitting new proposals for funding and publishing high quality journal articles and grant reports.
Supervise and mentor graduate and undergraduate students with research projects and encourage them to present and publish.
Selects and applies standard techniques of routine research well organized capable of multitasking and has excellent documentation skills.
Perform other duties as needed to assist the center director and the research team.
Required Education and Experience:
Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (structure) Ocean Engineering Mechanical Engineering or related engineering.
No prior experience needed.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment.
Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Experiences in MATLAB python Orcaflex FAST and Abaqus are highly desired.
Experiences in probabilistic modeling and uncertainty analyses are preferred.
Demonstrated experience with either writing or assisting with grant proposals and highquality record of publications is preferred.
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams of faculty staff and students.
Job Posting Close Date:
Until Filled
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed belowin the attachment box labeled as either Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed HigherEdJobs etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via thePVAMUCareer site.
The required documents listed in the above Required Attachments section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above ator should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Employment Type
Full-Time
