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JOB TITLE
Research Assistant
LOCATION
Worcester
DEPARTMENT NAME
Mechanical & Materials Engineering – JM
DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute – WPI
JOB 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 1,000 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:
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 status,or 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 making.It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.
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