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Research Scientist

$50,000–$60,000 year

On-siteWorcester, Massachusetts, United States

Full TimeDoctorate Or Professional DegreeLarge

Job Summary

Conduct research on indoor airflow, ventilation, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) by combining CFD modeling with ANSYS Fluent and OpenFOAM, laboratory-based measurements, and Machine Learning. Validate models against experimental data and apply these tools to solve real building and indoor environmental problems. Submit a CV and two relevant published papers for review on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The role begins in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 with a salary range of $50,000 to $60,000 per year.

Required Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
  • Strong research experience with CFD
  • Knowledge of fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and turbulence modeling
  • Programming skills for data analysis, model development, or simulation workflows
  • A record of peer-reviewed publications related to CFD, indoor environments, ventilation, or related areas
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with indoor airflow, ventilation, HVAC, or air distribution modeling
  • Experience with laboratory measurements or experimental validation
  • Familiarity with Ansys Fluent and other CFD tools (e.g., OpenFOAM)
  • Interest in indoor air quality, thermal comfort, or building environmental performance

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