Openings

Prospective graduate students interested in pursuing doctoral research in LTC should apply for admission to graduate studies in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at The University of Michigan, and identify the Laboratory for Turbulence & Combustion (LTC) as their primary research interest on both their application and their Statement of Purpose. Postdoctoral researchers and prospective visiting faculty interested in pursuing research in LTC should apply directly via email to wdahm@umich.edu.

Graduate Student Researchers

Will conduct supervised experimental and/or computational research intended to lead to a doctoral degree. Background and interest in fluid dynamics and physics must be strong, with an overwhelming desire to explore fundamental phenomena related to fluid dynamics, turbulent flows, combustion, and microsystems for flow and combustion applications. Prior experience in laboratory or computational research is beneficial but not essential.

Postdoctoral Researchers

Will conduct own laboratory research as well as provide assistance to graduate student researchers in LTC. Requires exceptional demonstrated prior success as a graduate student or postdoctoral researcher in experimental or computational aspects of fluid dynamics, with emphasis on turbulent flow, combustion, and/or microsystems for flow and combustion applications. Initial appointment will be for one year, with extensions if warranted.

Research Scientists and Primary Research Scientists

These are unusual positions for experienced researchers with strong interests in developing skills needed to succeed in a faculty position. Note that Primary Research Scientists are full research faculty positions in the College of Engineering at Michigan. Requires outstanding prior postdoctoral research experience in experimental fluid dynamics, combustion, or microsystems for flow and combustion applications, as well as management interest and abilities. Research Scientists assist the LTC Head in all aspects of graduate student and postdoctoral research supervision, in addition to conducting their own laboratory research. These positions include direct involvement in management of sponsored research contracts, proposal development, budget management, facilities planning and preparation, research supervision, conference presentations, report preparation, preparation of archival and conference publications, and interaction with technical and clerical support staff.