Postdoctoral Fellow in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) for Farm Ventilation Applications

Competition 1611

Location - Work primarily takes place at North Campus Edmonton

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Position

The selected candidate will contribute significantly to advancing farm ventilation technologies, dedicating 80% of their time to innovative research, including modelling, simulation, testing HVAC systems, and draft papers. A further 10% will involve mentoring graduate and intern students and providing technical guidance under the Principal Investigator's supervision. The remaining 10% will focus on self-directed research initiatives and the development of funding proposals.

Start Date

The position is currently vacant and available for an immediate start. The applications will be reviewed in the order received. The contract's initial term will be one year with a possibility of extension depending on the contract's continuation, individual performance, and funding availability.

Duties

• Engineer practical ventilation solutions tailored to farm applications, enhancing indoor air quality and health for workers and animals.
• Undertake independent research, supported by the team, to push the boundaries of current HVAC technologies.
• Articulate research findings and analyses through both written reports and oral presentations to internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Craft and submit manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and present findings at appropriate forums.
• Engage in the grant proposal process to secure funding for future research endeavors.
• Mentor junior team members, fostering their technical skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Prospective candidates should possess a Ph.D. in a field relevant to the role (e.g., mechanical engineering, civil engineering, or building engineering) by the start date.
• A strong motivation for research, excellent organizational skills, proficient communication abilities in English, and a solid track record of publications are essential.

Preferred Qualifications 

• A keen interest in multidisciplinary research.
• Proven capability to conduct both independent and collaborative research projects.
• Rich research experience in CFD.
• Solid HVAC or building science background.
• Hands-on skills in aerosol testing techniques, such as particle counter, will be considered valuable.