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Posted February 14, 2008
Post-doc in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics

Multi-scale computational research for aerospace hypersonic flows (pdf)

Posted July 2, 2007
Post-doc Research in Machine Design / Control

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
A doctoral degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field with expertise in the areas of machine design and/or control systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills including experience preparing technical documents and delivering presentations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to advise graduate and undergraduate research assistants. Ability to simultaneously be involved with multiple research projects. Hands on experience in prototyping.

Duties/Responsibilities
Conduct research that develops novel fluid power components and systems. Advise students in both formal and informal settings in all aspects of their research projects including: brainstorming, concept development, modeling, simulation, prototyping, experiment design, execution of experiments, analysis of experiments, and formal reporting of results in the form of papers, presentations, and dissertations. Act as the leader for research projects which includes running meetings, assigning tasks, holding researchers accountable for tasks, and being actively involved in the decisions of the projects. Assist researchers in a multitude of activities including: designing experimental setups, troubleshooting experimental setups, purchasing laboratory equipment, maintaining a clean and safe working environment, and interacting with venders to provide the equipment, tools, and supplies required for the laboratory. Interact with industry member companies on both a formal and informal basis including: regular written project updates, requesting assistance with specific research topics, coordinating donations of parts, providing tours of the facilities during visits, and interacting with project champions. The candidate will be expected to participate in the preparation and presentation of data at seminars and symposiums. The candidate will be expected to author, co-author and otherwise collaborate on reports and conference papers.

Program/Unit Description
The Center for Compact and Efficient Fluid Power (CCEFP, see www.ccefp.org) is a National Science Foundation Engineering Research Center, funded with $15 million from NSF, $3 million in combined donations from participating companies and $3 million from participating universities.

The core universities participating in the Center are the University of Minnesota (lead institution), the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, Purdue University of West Lafayette, Indiana, and Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee. The University of Minnesota serves as the program's headquarters. Outreach universities and organizations are the Milwaukee School of Engineering, North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University, the National Fluid Power Association, Science Museum of Minnesota, and Project Lead the Way.

The goal of CCEFP is to develop novel fluid power components and systems that enable major energy savings in existing applications for transportation, and to create whole new industries of portable/untethered robotic devices.

Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted through the Univesity of Minnesota's online application process. Click the link and click on Search and Apply for Openings, then search for requisition number 148042.

Applicants shall submit a cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, and complete contact information of three references.Review of applications will begin immediately.

The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.

For inquiries: Please contact Professor Perry Li (pli@me.umn.edu).

On-Going Posting for Research Positions
Department of Mechanical Engineering
University of Minnesota

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Minnesota is receiving and evaluating applications from candidates for temporary full-time and part-time (and visiting) research positions starting 1 July 2007. These temporary (and visiting) research positions are available to persons holding a MS degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (required for Research Fellow) and doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (required for Research Associate and Post-Doctoral Associate) and BS degree in Engineering for Research Specialist.

Research experience in one of the following listed areas as appropriate for the research project to include: Design and manufacturing, environmental/particle technology, industrial engineering, power and propulsion, thermodynamics and heat transfer, intelligent vehicles and transportation studies, and robotics. Responsibilities in the fields of Mechanical Engineering: Participate in the design, implementation, and evaluation of research projects. Collect data and develop data collection instruments and procedures; in some cases manage and train other research personnel. Participate in preparation and presentation of data to study investigators. Analyze data. Collaborate on reports, conference papers, and publications. All positions will report to the appropriate Mechanical Engineering faculty personnel. The selection criteria: Dependent on position and applicability of experience to the specific research project.

These positions are contingent upon availability of funding. Duration of appointment and salary vary according to funding and qualifications of candidate. Positions typically vary from three months to one year. Salary base will commensurate with education and experience. The Department maintains a file of applicants for these temporary positions for the year through June 30, 2008. All applicants are reviewed when such openings occur. Applicants must resubmit their applications each year (1 July through 30 June).

Applicants shall submit a cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, and complete contact information of three references with this online application. Go to http://employment.umn.edu and search for Requisition #149065 and/or Requisition #149067 to apply.

The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.