RESEARCH ASSOCIATE - Nuclear Engineering and Radiation Science #00096772 jobs in United States
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Missouri University of Science and Technology ยท 9 hours ago

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE - Nuclear Engineering and Radiation Science #00096772

positionRolla, MO
timePart-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level

Missouri University of Science and Technology is seeking a highly motivated and talented Research Associate to support advanced thermal-hydraulics research relevant to next-generation nuclear energy systems. The role involves conducting analyses, performing simulations, and supporting experimental design in the field of nuclear engineering.

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Responsibilities

Conducting thermal-hydraulic analyses for advanced nuclear reactor systems (SFR, MSR, HTGR, MSTR, fusion blankets, Pb-Li/FLiBe systems, etc.)
Performing CFD simulations using ANSYS Fluent, OpenFOAM, or other high-fidelity CFD tools
Developing and validating models for two-phase flow, tritium transport, heat transfer, and system-level behavior
Supporting experimental design, setup, and data analysis for thermal-hydraulic test facilities
Assisting with preparation of technical reports, peer-reviewed publications, and proposals to DOE, industry, and federal agencies
Supervising and mentoring graduate/undergraduate researchers
Managing computational workflows and contributing to multi-physics modeling frameworks

Qualification

Ph.D. in Nuclear EngineeringCFD simulationsThermal-hydraulic analysesTwo-phase flow modelingCommunication skills

Required

Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or closely related fields
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b)

Company

Missouri University of Science and Technology

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A public institution located in Rolla, Missouri focused on engineering, computing, mathematics, and the sciences.
dateFounded in 2014
location
Rolla, Missouri, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.mst.edu/

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
2023-06-22Grant

Leadership Team

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DongHyun (Bill) Kim
Assistant Professor
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