Research Assistant
About The Position
Multiple PhD Research Assistant 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. Compensation: $21/hourly. This position is supported through external funding. Project 1 involves the experimental study of sessile droplet behavior in shear gas flows, using high-speed imaging and image processing techniques. Project 2 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.
Requirements
- BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Chemical Engineering, with experience in experimental fluid dynamics and image processing (for Project 1).
- BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Architectural Engineering (for Project 2).
Responsibilities
- Experimental study of sessile droplet behavior in shear gas flows, using high-speed imaging and image processing techniques.
- Energy performance analysis of commercial buildings in the region, with the broader goal of promoting clean energy systems.
Benefits
- paid time off
- health insurance
- life and long-term disability insurance
- retirement savings plans
- tuition assistance
- flexible spending accounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
