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Postdoctoral Research Associate in CFD Analysis and Reduced-Order Modeling
University of Michigan-Dearborn


Date Posted Jun. 2, 2025
Title Postdoctoral Research Associate in CFD Analysis and Reduced-Order Modeling
University University of Michigan-Dearborn
Dearborn, MI, United States
Department Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering
Application Deadline Open until filled
Position Start Date Available Immediately
 
 
  • Post-Doc
  • Mathematics/Applied Mathematics
 
 

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented postdoctoral research associate to join our dynamic team in the field of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis and reduced-order modeling (ROM) for a USDA-sponsored project on thermal food processing. The initial appointment is for one year with the possibility of extensions contingent on the availability of funds and research performance.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop CFD models of food drying and conduct numerical simulations using commercial CFD software packages.
  • Develop and implement novel reduced-order modeling techniques to replace CFD simulations.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members, including food scientists and engineers, to validate the numerical models.
  • Publish research findings in high-quality journals and present results at national and international conferences.
  • Assist with developing grant proposals and applications.
  • Assist with mentoring graduate and undergraduate students.

Requirements:

  • PhD in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, chemical engineering, applied mathematics or a related field with a strong background in heat and mass transfer, fluid dynamics, and numerical methods.
  • Solid background in computational methods and mathematics for complex system dynamics and strong analytical skills.
  • Experience with commercial CFD software packages such as ANSYS Fluent and STAR-CCM+.
  • Proficient in programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, or C++.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Knowledge of reduced-order modeling techniques, such as Proper Orthogonal Decomposition (POD) and Machine Learning (ML), is desirable but not required.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as a collaborative and intellectually stimulating research environment. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team of faculty and students at two universities having diverse technical backgrounds in computational modeling, manufacturing control, and food science and agricultural engineering.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references to Prof. Cheol Lee (cheol@umich.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

ABOUT CECS at UM-D

The University of Michigan-Dearborn (UM-D) is located in an industrially rich area and in the center of a hub of the American automotive industry. The College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS) at the UM-D work very closely with the industrial community through various collaboration and partnerships. The CECS is a vibrant and diverse community that includes more than undergraduates, 1200 graduate students, and over 80 tenured and tenure-track faculty across a wide-array of disciplines.


  • The University of Michigan-Dearborn is an EOE/AA employer.


 
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Contact Information

 
  • Prof. Cheol Lee
    Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering
    University of Michigan-Dearborn
    4901 Evergreen Road
    Dearborn, MI 48128
  •  
  • 313-583-6792
  • cheol@umich.edu

 

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