Post Doctoral Associate in Mechanical Engineering

About the Job

 

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Applications are invited for a postdoctoral associate (job code 9546) in the Mechanical and Industrial Engineering department (MIE) in the Swenson College of Science and Engineering (SCSE) at University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD). The initial appointment will be for one year with further appointments contingent upon performance and availability of funding. This is a 12-month research position beginning January 3, 2022 or later.  The research will be under the direction of Dr. Alison Hoxie in the area of renewable energy, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and thermal energy. 

Job Duties
Research (100%): Participate in new research in the area of renewable energy, heat transfer, modeling and fluid mechanics. Co-author and present research papers in peer-reviewed journals and conferences. Co-author grant proposals to internal and external agencies.  Participate in collaborative meetings with internal and external faculty members. Supervise undergraduate and Master’s students.

       

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Required Qualifications:
An earned doctorate degree from an accredited university by January 3, 2022, in Mechanical or Building Engineering or any relevant field with experience or interest in thermal energy systems, ground source heat pump systems, building energy systems and numerical modeling

Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge and experience with computational fluid dynamics modeling software such as COMSOL and ANSYS is an asset.

         

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About the Department:  UMD MIE has undergraduate programs in Mechanical Engineering (ME) and Industrial Engineering (IE) which are both ABET-accredited and the department also offers two graduate degree programs: the Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering and the Master of Environmental Health and Safety. 

Our students are talented and engaged, both inside and outside of the classroom, and have an impressive track record in regional and national design competitions such as the United States Air Force Research Laboratories design challenge, the SAE Clean Snowmobile challenge, and high-powered rocketry competitions (e.g., the 2018 Spaceport America Cup).   

 

         

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How to Apply:  Applications must be submitted online.  To apply, go to https://humanresources.umn.edu/jobs and search for job ID 343740.  First, submit the application with cover letter and CV/resume in pdf format.  Then, return to the “My Job Applications” page to attach the additional documents, also in pdf format.  Complete applications include the online application, cover letter, and resume/CV, plus additional documents as follows:  (1) contact information for 3 current professional references, (2) research philosophy, and (3) diversity statement.  Even if you provide this information within the application, you must also attach the requested additional documents.   Please do not miss this important step in the application process.  Applications missing any of these documents may not be reviewed.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate authorization to work in the United States at the University of Minnesota Duluth by the start date.  Final candidates may be asked to provide additional information.

Completed applications will be reviewed beginning October 28, 2021 and continue until the position is filled.  Please send any inquiries to Tracy Shaw at 218-726-6161 or mie@d.umn.edu.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact a University of Minnesota Access Consultant at 612-624-3316.

         

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Diversity:  The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.  The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.  To learn more about diversity at the U:  http://diversity.umn.edu.

The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.  Veterans and individuals from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

 

         

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Background Check Information:  Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

 

         

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About the University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD)

The University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universities in U.S. News and World Report's" America's Best Colleges" issue.  

Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs.

UMD is part of the University of Minnesota public university system and is the second largest research university within the U of M system.  The Duluth Campus is affiliated with the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy and School of Medicine, and is home to the Natural Resources Research Institute, the Large Lakes Observatory, and the Advanced Materials Center.  Duluth is also the site of a major US EPA Research Laboratory.  UMD is considered a "mid-sized Masters intensive" regional comprehensive public university.  

UMD is a regional comprehensive land- and sea-grant state university, one of five coordinate campuses within the State of Minnesota system and with a total enrollment of approximately 11,000 students. SCSE is the largest college at UMD comprising approximately 3200 undergraduate students, 240 graduate students, 180 faculty, and 80 permanent staff. The college includes the science departments of Biology, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Earth and Environmental Science, Physics and Astronomy, and Mathematics and Statistics, as well as the ABET-accredited departments of Computer Science, Electrical, Chemical, Civil and Mechanical and Industrial Engineering.  There are significant opportunities for fostering existing and creating new ties with local, regional, and national industry stakeholders.  

Situated at the western tip of Lake Superior, the city of Duluth offers an enticing selection of adventures for four season outdoor enthusiasts as well as a rich variety of cultural opportunities.  Metropolitan Minneapolis/St. Paul is less than three hours south of Duluth.

A dynamic city on a hill situated at the western tip of Lake Superior, Duluth was named Outdoor magazine’s Best Outdoors Town in 2014, celebrating its access to the outdoors and to Lake Superior -- the largest freshwater lake on earth by area. Duluth is home to hundreds of miles of biking, hiking, and skiing trails, including the Superior Hiking Trail, a 300+ mile trail intersecting Duluth, and the Duluth Traverse, an 85-mile multi-use biking and hiking trail stretching across town. In addition to the outdoors, the Twin Ports area has vibrant music, arts, crafts and craft brewing scenes, and a variety of award-winning restaurants. Duluth is a truly wonderful place to live, with great schools, health care, and affordable housing. It mixes its historic small-town feel with a dynamic urban economy and many cultural offerings.

Duluth, with a population of approximately 85,000 people, is located at the head of beautiful Lake Superior. As a major shipping port, over 1,000 vessels from around the world pass under its iconic Aerial Lift Bridge, annually. Duluth is a popular tourist destination, with 3.5 million people visiting the city annually, for a $780 million economic impact. More information about Duluth can be found at www.visitduluth.com.

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