Summary

Operating Title
Postdoctoral Research Associate

Long Classification Title

Campus Location
Durham

Department
UNH Marine Sciences and Ocean Engineering

Summary of Position

The School of Marine Science and Ocean Engineeringat UNH invites applicants for a Postdoctoral Scholar on engineering transport processes in nearshore environments, beginning June 2024. The scholar will conduct research to evaluate the scaling laws associated with net onshore mass and momentum transport resulting from oscillatory flows. Possible focal areas include sand ripple migration, seasonal variations in vegetation biomechanics, and seed transport. This experimental research will be conducted in the Environmental Flows Water Tunnel at UNH , with the potential to collaborate and play a role in larger-scale experiments with a broader research network offsite.

Additional Job Information

Posting Number
PF0851FY24

Acceptable Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Engineering, Oceanography, or related field

• Experience with experimental fluid mechanics approaches and techniques

• Demonstrated ability and potential to generate scientific publications

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

• Demonstrated commitment to promoting racial, ethnic, gender and cultural diversity

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing biomechanical systems and/or sensors

• Experience in mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate student researchers

Salary Information

Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.

Quick Link to Posting
https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/59507

Percent Time Information (FTE)
1.0

Faculty Information
Renewable (Please specify below)

If Renewable or Number of years, please specify
Up to 2 years

Type of Position
Post Doctorate

Posting Details

Posting Date
02/12/2024

Open Until Filled
Yes

Closing Date

Interested Internal Candidates Exist?
No

Appointment Type
Grant Funded

If TERM position with benefits, indicate projected end date

Departmental Information

This position is responsible for the supervision of
Students

Special Requirements
A background check will be required as a condition of employment.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

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