PostDoctoral Research AssociateRequisition Number: 56930Location: Boulder ColoradoEmployment Type: Research FacultySchedule: Full TimePosting Close Date: 07-Jun-2024Date Posted:Job SummaryThe Research & Innovation Office at CU Boulder is welcoming applications for a hypersonics postdoctoral Research Associate, who will support efforts to grow the campus National security-related research enterprise. This position will report directly to the Director, National Security Initiative (NSI) within the Research and Innovation Office (RIO). The hypersonics Postdoctoral Research Associate is responsible for designing and performing research in advancing the development and application of computational tools for the analysis of various aspects of hypersonic vehicle performance and phenomena including aerothermodynamics, materials, structures, propulsion, signatures, and mission design.The candidate must have a detailed understanding of the current U.S. activities on hypersonics in the national security domain, both in terms of weapons development and approaches to counter hypersonics. The candidate should have excellent technical and communication skills and be comfortable working in a team environment.The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.Who We AreThe University of Colorado Boulders Research and Innovation Office (RIO) is the central point for support and advocacy for CU Boulders world-class scholarship, creative work, and growing research enterprise. We are focused on creating global impact by cultivating and supporting collaboration, transformation and leadership. At the heart of this focus are the diverse contributions of a wide range of world-class experts, working together to accelerate ideas throughout the entire innovation lifecycle. We endeavor to embody CU Boulder's commitment to exemplify excellence through diversity by creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, enhancing the success and inclusion of all students, staff and faculty, and deepening our ability to share and engage with diverse perspectives.What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Develop and apply computational tools for analysis of various aspects of hypersonic vehicle performance and phenomena including aerothermodynamics, materials, structures, propulsion, signatures, and mission design.
Assist in the development of research proposals, key research tasks, and deliverables.
Effectively share and communicate research results with colleagues, researchers and professionals in industry, government, national laboratories and academia through white papers, peer-reviewed publications, and presentations.
What You Should Know
Travel out-of-state will be required.
Irregular work hours including evenings and weekends may be required.
The anticipated start date for this position is July 2024.
This is a term-limited, 12-month position renewable subject to satisfactory performance and the availability of funding.
What We Can Offer
We offer a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, along with a generous benefits package.
The salary offered for this 100% appointment is $80,000.00.
BenefitsThe University of Colorado offers excellent benefits (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits) , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder (https://www.colorado.edu/about) .Be StatementsBe ambitious. Be groundbreaking. Be Boulder.What We Require
PhD in Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
Due to the requirement to access export-controlled data and information, only U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (green cards), or other protected individuals (i.e., persons designated as an asylee, refugee, or a temporary resident under amnesty provisions) may apply.
What You Will Need
Excellent verbal and written communications skills; strong interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated high-level critical thinking and organizational skills.
Ability to work within a complex, dynamic, matrixed structure across departments, colleges and university administration and externally with government and industry partners.
Special InstructionsTo apply, please submit the following materials:
Resume/CV
Cover Letter that describes your research interests and a list of IBG faculty with whom you are interested in training.
Reference Letter(s) (Not Confidential)
If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit a translated version as an optional attachment.Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until 6/7/24.Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/) .To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/PostDoctoral-Research-Associate/56930 (https://apptrkr.com/5308695)Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency (https://www.jobelephant.com/)jeid-4ebfe4aed7d6334a846bdbfdfc2545cbThe University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.