Postdoctoral Fellow - MMAE - College of Engineering and Mineral Resources

Description

The Department of Mechanical, Materials and Aerospace Engineering (MMAE) in the Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources at West Virginia University (WVU) invites applications for a position of Post-Doctoral Fellow in the general area of Energy, Engines, Emissions with a focus on methane and other gaseous emissions. The position focuses on methane and other emission (VOCs and HAPs) measurements, liquid storage tank modeling, and the development of emissions inventories. The goal of the research on developing an improved understanding of methane and other emissions from in-use, atmospheric liquid storage tanks of unconventional well development. The initial appointment is for one year with the possibility of extension.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following: assisting in field measurement campaigns, developing regional tank and tank emissions inventories, reviewing and developing models that can predict emissions from atmospheric liquid storage tanks, analyzing and synthesizing large sets of study data, assisting in reporting to the funding agency, and development of peer reviewed journal and conference publications where available.

West Virginia University is the State's comprehensive Land Grant University with an enrollment of about 29,000 students and a R1 Carnegie Classification. Morgantown and its vicinity have a diverse population of about 62,000 residents and is ranked highly among the most livable small cities in the country. The community lies within a high technology corridor that also includes several federal research facilities, as well as industries active in shale gas operations. The city is readily accessible and within driving distance from Pittsburgh, PA and Washington, DC. For more information on WVU and Morgantown, see http://www.wvu.edu and http://www.morgantownwv.gov.



The Statler College has seven academic departments, over 3,200 students, and 135 faculty members, with about $22 Million in annual external research expenditures. The Statler College is nationally recognized for high quality teaching, excellent research, and outstanding faculty and students. The Department of Mechanical, Materials and Aerospace Engineering has 30 tenure-track or tenured faculty members, over 570 undergraduate and 120 graduate students. It offers degrees at the B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. levels, including dual B.S. degrees in both aerospace and mechanical engineering.

Morgantown is a safe, inclusive, and family-friendly community. WVU provides faculty members with a supportive environment for developing a visible and productive career (https://talentandculture.wvu.edu/new-employees) and a range of progressive policies to support work-life integration (https://faculty.wvu.edu/policies-and-procedures/work-life-integration). WVU also offers a Dual Career Program to assist partners in their career transition and job search and belongs to the OH/Western PA/WV Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (https://www.hercjobs.org/oh-western-pa-wv).

Qualifications

Eligible candidates must hold an earned doctoral degree in mechanical engineering, or a related field at the time of appointment. Doctoral candidates that have defended their thesis/dissertation and have successfully submitted but not yet graduated are also welcomed to apply. Broad expertise in areas of natural gas industry, in-use data collection/acquisition (DAQ) systems, and data processing, modeling, and analyses is required. Preference will be given to candidates with extensive expertise in open source coding and modeling tools - such as Python and/or MATLAB.

To apply for this position, visit https://careers.wvu.edu/career-opportunities. Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least three professional references. Only candidates who submit complete documentation will be considered in the review process. For further questions or additional information, please contact Derek Johnson, PhD, PE, 304-216-64592 or preferably via email Derek.Johnson@mail.wvu.edu or visit the MMAE website at https://mmae.statler.wvu.edu/

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and engaging working environment and actively seek candidates who bring diverse ideas, approaches and experiences.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. We value diversity among our faculty, staff and students and invite applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.