Postdoctoral Associate, Mission Systems Division
Commonwealth of VA Careers, Blacksburg, VA, United States
Job Description
The Mission Systems Division of the Virginia Tech National Security Institute invites applications for a postdoctoral associate position in Hypersonic Aerodynamics. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and advancing new models and simulations for Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) hypersonic codes. Specific tasks include developing new turbulence and transition models for compressible hypersonic flows; implementing new models and numerical schemes into larger, existing hypersonic CFD codebases; performing verification & validation studies for the new models; generating CFD datasets using new models for specific applications. This position is based at Virginia Tech's main campus in Blacksburg, VA and offers opportunities for teaching and service-related activities, if desired, to successful candidates.
More information on Prof. Liselle Joseph and the PHASE research group can be found at the following link: https://www.aoe.vt.edu/people/faculty/liselle-joseph.html.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering. PhD must be awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment with a minimum of one year eligibility remaining.
US Citizenship
Demonstrated expertise in CFD for Hypersonic flows
Deep knowledge of aerothermodynamics of hypersonic flows, compressible flows, and mechanics of turbulence
Proficiency in High Performance Computing & Linux
A proven track record of peer-reviewed publications
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with US3D CFD software
Experience developing numerical CFD methods for integration into larger CFD codes
Background in turbulence and transition modeling for CFD
Strong communication skills
Experience mentoring graduate or undergraduate students
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
Starting at $70,000; commensurate with experience
Hours per week
40 hours per week
Review Date
July 30, 2025
Additional Information
Applicant must be a US Citizen.
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact
Sue Kass
at nsihr@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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The Mission Systems Division of the Virginia Tech National Security Institute invites applications for a postdoctoral associate position in Hypersonic Aerodynamics. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and advancing new models and simulations for Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) hypersonic codes. Specific tasks include developing new turbulence and transition models for compressible hypersonic flows; implementing new models and numerical schemes into larger, existing hypersonic CFD codebases; performing verification & validation studies for the new models; generating CFD datasets using new models for specific applications. This position is based at Virginia Tech's main campus in Blacksburg, VA and offers opportunities for teaching and service-related activities, if desired, to successful candidates.
More information on Prof. Liselle Joseph and the PHASE research group can be found at the following link: https://www.aoe.vt.edu/people/faculty/liselle-joseph.html.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering. PhD must be awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment with a minimum of one year eligibility remaining.
US Citizenship
Demonstrated expertise in CFD for Hypersonic flows
Deep knowledge of aerothermodynamics of hypersonic flows, compressible flows, and mechanics of turbulence
Proficiency in High Performance Computing & Linux
A proven track record of peer-reviewed publications
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with US3D CFD software
Experience developing numerical CFD methods for integration into larger CFD codes
Background in turbulence and transition modeling for CFD
Strong communication skills
Experience mentoring graduate or undergraduate students
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
Starting at $70,000; commensurate with experience
Hours per week
40 hours per week
Review Date
July 30, 2025
Additional Information
Applicant must be a US Citizen.
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact
Sue Kass
at nsihr@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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