Postdoctoral Scholar

University of North Carolina, United States

Updated: over 2 years ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
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Posting Information
Position Title Postdoctoral Scholar
Vacancy ID PDS003155
Department Earth Marine Environmt Sci - 318000
Position Type Postdoctoral Scholar

Salary Range Dependent on Experience or Dependent on Qualifications
Full-time/Part-time Full Time
If part-time, hours per week
FTE
Proposed Start Date 08/01/2021
Estimated Duration of Appointment 12 Months
Posting Open Date 07/15/2021
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC
Position Summary
Conduct experiments in our large stratified tank (9m X 3m X 1m) to simulate turbulent mixing in conditions as close as possible to oceanic conditions, yet amenable to the type of carefully controlled experimental conditions typical of laboratory settings. This will be achieved by injecting energy at large spatial and temporal scales, allowing the system to setup a forward cascaded first by means of wave-wave interaction, until energy reaches scales below the Ozmidov scale where homogenous turbulence is expected to develop. 
Educational Requirements
PhD in Physical Oceanography, Engineering, Applied Math or equivalent 
Qualifications and Experience
Familiar with the fluid dynamics of turbulent stratified flows and the experimental techniques that are used to measure properties inflows (PIV, LIV, Synthetic Schlieren, ADV, conductivity and temperature sensors,…); proficient in data acquisition and data analysis. Due to the unprecedented size of the experiment, we are seeking an individual who can think outside the box, who does not shy away from challenges, and that can work with other graduate and undergraduate students. We strongly encourage members of underrepresented minorities to apply. 
Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
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