Postdoctoral Researcher - College of Engineering
About The Position
Position Summary The postdoctoral researcher will be part of a research team working on the design of energy and exergy flow systems at district scale to assess their efficiency and resilience under heat events. Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values. Duties And Responsibilities The postdoctoral researcher will be expected to participate in the project’s work, work as a team member, and perform the following major tasks: Bibliography and identification of the energy system components. Theoretical modeling and simulation of the flow systems. Data analysis. Assisting the PI and the sponsor in grant writing for other funding of this project. Participate in weekly meetings and help to prepare reports and presentations for project sponsor.
Requirements
- A PhD in Mechanical Engineering required; successful PhD thesis defense with pending graduation will be considered.
- Experience with theoretical approaches in thermodynamics and numerical modelling.
Responsibilities
- Bibliography and identification of the energy system components.
- Theoretical modeling and simulation of the flow systems.
- Data analysis.
- Assisting the PI and the sponsor in grant writing for other funding of this project.
- Participate in weekly meetings and help to prepare reports and presentations for project sponsor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
