Conducting Research 60%

• Implement fully resolved fluid-structure interaction (FSI) models for acoustically-driven flows
• Implement gas bubble interaction models for acoustically-driven flows
• Validate FSI and multiphase flow models with experiments
• Maintain and extend the open-source IBAMR code
• Publish in scholarly journals

Professional Development 20%

• Present results at national and international conferences
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in their day-to-day research activities in the capacity of a senior researcher,
• Assist PI in grant writing, meeting with sponsors, etc.

Teaching 10%

• Assist PI in undergraduate and graduate level courses, (e.g. create and grade course projects and assignments)
• Hold office hours

Other Duties as Assigned 10%

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Deep knowledge in computational science and fluid dynamics.
• Proficiency in computational techniques (e.g., finite volume/element methods).
• Experience in applying for research funding.
• Skilled in analyzing and interpreting data (e.g., using MATLAB, Python).
• Ability to write papers and reports for peer-reviewed journals.
• Understanding of ethical guidelines in research.
• Capable of planning and executing complex projects.
• Effective in team-based, interdisciplinary work.
• Strong oral and written presentation skills.
• Experience mentoring students or junior researchers.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Creative and analytical thinking for research challenges.
• Flexibility in adjusting research direction as needed.

Education & Experience

• Equivalent to graduation from a four year university
• Two years of experience in technical research or statistical work experience

Preferred Qualifications & Special Skills

• Proven record of academic excellence in computational research in fluid dynamics, fluid-structure interaction, and multiphase flows.
• Expertise in one of the following:
  • Direct numerical simulations of multiphase flows
  • Direct numerical simulations of fluid-structure interaction
• Experience in high performance computing (HPC), message passing interface (MPI)-based computing, C/C++/Fortran, GitHub, Python, MATLAB, and Linux are highly desirable.

Additional Applicant Information

• Candidate must reside in California and live within a commutable distance from SDSU at time of hire.
• Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on background check results (including a criminal record check).
• San Diego State University Research Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU Research Foundation provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin or any other categories protected by federal or state law.  
• Employment decisions are based on an individual’s qualifications as they relate to the job under consideration. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every employee has equal access to resources and support. 
• SDSU Research Foundation complies with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), and other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws including grant or contract terms and conditions related to funded program activities. Further the SDSU Research Foundation maintains a Nondiscrimination Policy that prohibits discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all programs, policies, and practices.  
• SDSU Research Foundation makes all employment decisions including, but not limited to, applicant screening, hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, benefits, disciplinary actions, and terminations on the basis of merit.