The Micro Scale Thermo Fluids (MSTF) Laboratory in the Mechanical Engineering
Program at Texas A&M University at Qatar (TAMUQ) invites applications for two
post doctorate positions in the study of atmosphere-ocean turbulent boundary
layer dynamics, wind-induced wave generation and near-shore wave and sediment
dynamics. These are full-time positions; the initial appointment will be for one
year but can be extended up to three years. TAMUQ is a branch campus of Texas
A&M University in College Station, Texas.
 
The research includes conducting experiments in the coastal region of Qatar to
study atmospheric boundary layer characteristics, near shore ocean wave dynamics
and sediment dynamics/morphology. We are looking for self-motivated individuals
who have extensive experimental experience in fluid mechanics and coastal
engineering. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of a TAMUQ
faculty member for conducting experimental research and interacting with
academia and industry. In addition to traditional in-situ equipment, the
candidate should be comfortable with operating  high speed cameras, sonic
anemometers and data acquisition systems.  

The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, preparing and
constructing appropriate experimental setups and tending to all aspects of the
daily operation. Publishing in scientific conferences and journals are strongly
encouraged. Minimum education requirement is a PhD degree in Mechanical
Engineering, or a closely related field. Special consideration will be given to
candidates who have expertise with field instrumentation in the near-shore
(in-situ measurements, remote imaging from video, anemometry, etc.). Experience
with computer programming, image processing methods and data processing
algorithms is preferable. Highly qualified candidates with Masters Degree may be
considered.
 
Texas A&M University at Qatar offers a very competitive salary (TAX free) and
excellent benefits. The benefit package includes furnished housing and utilities
at no cost, group health insurance, local transportation, travel, and dependent
education allowance.

Interested candidates are encouraged to send a complete application package (in
pdf format), including curriculum vita, a cover letter describing research
interests and goals, selected publications, and the names and email addresses of
three references to Dr. Reza Sadr at TAMUQ.