Job Description
Prairie View A&M University Postdoctoral Researcher (Offshore Wind Energy) Job Title Postdoctoral Researcher (Offshore Wind Energy)
Agency Prairie View A&M University
Department Center For Energy And Environmental Sustainability
Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate
Job Location Prairie View, Texas
Job Type Staff
Job Description The Offshore Wind Energy research comprises two main areas: (1) quantification of the uncertainty and estimates of the structural reliability of the structural components under extreme ocean environments and (2) development of computational fluid dynamics models for the design and optimization of turbine blades. The selected candidate is expected to have the necessary background, responsible for the above two research topics, and help us expand through grant proposals.
This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding. Responsibilities: - Develop necessary computational models for blades and structures related to offshore wind energy and conduct necessary literature review.
- Develop tools and conduct investigations to study uncertainties and structural reliability of the structural components.
- Increase center's research productivity by developing and submitting new proposals for funding and publishing high quality journal articles, and grant reports.
- Supervise and mentor graduate and undergraduate students with research projects and encourage them to present and publish.
- Selects and applies standard techniques of routine research, well organized, capable of multi-tasking, and has excellent documentation skills.
- Perform other duties as needed to assist the center director and the research team.
Required Education and Experience: - Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (structure), Ocean Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering.
- No prior experience needed.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: - Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment.
- Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.
Preferred Education and Experience: - Experiences in MATLAB, python, Orcaflex, FAST, and Abaqus are highly desired.
- Experiences in probabilistic modeling and uncertainty analyses are preferred.
- Demonstrated experience with either writing or assisting with grant proposals and high-quality record of publications is preferred.
- Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams of faculty, staff, and students.
Job Posting Close Date: Required Attachments: Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Application Submission Guidelines: All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.
The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or
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Background Check Requirements: All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
To apply, visit About Us For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research and service.
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