Fully Funded Ph.D. Positions in Biologically Generated Mixing and Speaking-generated Turbulent Puffs at University of Pittsburgh
Two fully funded Ph.D. positions (starting Fall 2024) are available for biologically generated mixing and speaking-generated turbulent puff projects at Prof. Lei Fang’s lab at the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Pittsburgh.
We are seeking a highly motivated and organized person for a unique opportunity to conduct research on biologically generated mixing – a phenomenon often influenced by swimmer’s swimming. Another project is about the speaking-generated turbulent puff. The person should demonstrate exceptional project management skills. The successful applicantshould have a strong background in civil and environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, or related fields, have an excellent academic record, and work well in a collaborative research environment. The candidate with experimental fluid mechanics techniques and background knowledge of turbulence is highly valued.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Your application should include:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Transcript
- 1-page statement of your past research
- Three references
E-mail your materials to lei.fang@pitt.edu. You are strongly welcome to initiate the discussion with your CV and transcript.
For further information or questions about this position, you may contact: Prof. Lei Fang (lei.fang@pitt.edu).
Strongly encourage candidates from underrepresented minority groups and women to apply for this position. The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.