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JOB TITLE
Research AssistantLOCATION
WorcesterDEPARTMENT NAME
Mechanical & Materials Engineering - JMDIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPIJOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Multiple PhD Research Assistant temporary positions are available in the Multiscale Thermal Fluids Laboratory (MTFL) within the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI). These are immediate openings and priority will be given to applicants who can begin the program right away.JOB DESCRIPTION
Project 1: Droplet Dynamics
This project involves the experimental study of sessile droplet behavior in shear gas flows using high-speed imaging and image processing techniques.
Project 2: Energy Analysis of Commercial Buildings
This project focuses on the energy performance analysis of commercial buildings in the region with the broader goal of promoting clean energy systems.
Both projects fall under the overarching theme of clean energy research.
The Mechanical and Materials Engineering Department at WPI enrolls approximately 1000 undergraduate and 200 graduate students. WPI is located in Worcester MA a dynamic and growing city just one hour from Boston.
Eligibility Requirements:
Project 1: Applicants must hold a BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering Aerospace Engineering or Chemical Engineering with experience in experimental fluid dynamics and image processing.
Project 2: Applicants must hold a BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering.
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants should include the following documents: Contact Dr. Mehdi Mortazavi () for any inquires:
Complete resume (PDF format)
BS and MS transcripts
GRE and TOEFL scores (for international applicants)
Names and email addresses of three references
Additional Information:
FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Non-Exempt)WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color age religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran statusor disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity collaboration inclusion problem solving innovation high performance and change is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.
Employment Type
Part-Time
