Post-Doctoral Fellow

 

Main characteristics

Location

Worcester, Massachusetts

Company

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Employment type

Administrative Jobs ,

Job summary

Job location: Worcester
Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2020-09-17
Req: R0001069
JOB TITLE
Post-Doctoral Fellow
LOCATION
Worcester
DEPARTMENT NAME
Fire Protection Engineering - NFR JM
DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Applications are being sought for a qualified and motivated postdoctoral fellow to conduct research in the area of wildland fire behavior and particularly on the multi-scale physics of the interactions between fire, wind and vegetation. The primary responsibility will be to support existing research projects related to wind-tunnel experiments in the laboratory and in the field. Knowledge of CFD modeling and fire simulation tools such as FDS will be a plus as will knowledge and experience in wind-tunnel testing. Additional responsibilities will include research support on other projects and proposals, including writing grant applications. The postdoctoral fellow will be required to publish scholarly papers and to take on a mentorship role for undergraduate and graduate students. The successful candidate should have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and strong written and verbal communication skills.
JOB DESCRIPTION
This is a one-year appointment is anticipated with a possible extension to another year. Applicants will need to provide a letter of interest, a complete CV, at least two exemplar publications, and at least three academic / research references. Applications and associated information are requested to be submitted by September 1st, 2020 but will be accepted until the position is filled. The target start date of this position is October 1st, 2020.

Posting Date: ASAP
Closing Date: until filled.
Special Instructions to Applicants Contact Person:
Albert Simeoni
Professor, Fire Protection Engineering
[Apply online]
508-831-6333

Responsibilities:
The postdoctoral fellow will be required to support and expand existing wildland fire research at WPI in collaboration with our external partners and the funding agencies.
The postdoctoral fellow will be required to publish scholarly papers.
Write proposals to seek externally funded research grants.
Collaborate with faculty, students and staff to contribute to the teaching and scholarly mission of the Fire Protection Engineering Department.
Strong use of analytical and problem-solving skills, strong written and verbal communication skills.

Position Requirements
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Mechanical/Fire Protection Engineering or any related field.

EEO Information
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or disability. We are looking for individuals who value creativity, diversity, inclusion, and collaboration.

Criminal Background check statement
A pre-employment criminal records check is required.


FLSA STATUS
United States of America (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. We are seeking individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity and collaboration, inclusion, problem solving and change making.