Postdoctoral Researcher

Texas A&M • College Station, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Aerospace Engineering at Texas A&M University seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct research in computational fluid dynamics and turbulence. The position involves high-fidelity simulations of wall-bounded flows with pressure gradients, separation, relaminarization, and wake dynamics; development of advanced computational tools and analysis methods; and collaboration with a multidisciplinary, multi-university research team. Research activities support the development of physics-based and data-driven models for complex flow phenomena.

The successful candidate will conduct fluid dynamics, turbulence, and CFD research; develop and perform simulations of boundary layers, separated flows, wakes, and airfoils; develop and validate computational methods; and use high-performance computing resources for large-scale simulations and data analysis. The role also includes analyzing simulation data, contributing to modeling and validation studies, preparing technical reports and publications, and assisting with student mentoring.

The position is based on the main campus in College Station, Texas. Texas A&M Engineering describes its research community as collaborative and offers competitive compensation, benefits, professional development, and work-life balance support.

Requirements

• Doctorate degree.
• Strong background in fluid dynamics, turbulence, CFD, and scientific computing.
• Experience with high-fidelity simulation methods such as DNS and/or spectral or high-order numerical methods.
• Experience using high-performance computing systems.
• Experience with Lagrangian particle tracking and Eulerian-Lagrangian data analysis.
• Experience with wall-bounded turbulence, pressure-gradient flows, flow separation, or wake dynamics.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with reduced-order modeling, surrogate modeling, or physics-informed machine learning.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in fluid dynamics, turbulence, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
• Develop and perform high-fidelity simulations of boundary layers, separated flows, wakes, and airfoils.
• Develop and validate computational methods, including particle-tracking and flow-analysis tools.
• Use high-performance computing resources for large-scale simulations and data analysis.
• Analyze simulation data to improve understanding of turbulence, flow separation, relaminarization, and wake behavior.
• Collaborate with faculty, students, and external research partners.
• Contribute to data-driven modeling, validation studies, and related research activities.
• Prepare technical reports, conference presentations, and peer-reviewed publications.
• Assist in mentoring graduate and undergraduate students.

Benefits

• Competitive medical insurance and prescription coverage.
• Options for vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• Defined benefit retirement plan through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), with an 8.25% employer contribution.
• Voluntary retirement programs, including 403(b) and 457(b) plans.
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Free LinkedIn Learning training and professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance and educational release time.
• Engineer Your Wellness health and fitness programs.
• Wellness release time to promote work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree