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David Broniatowski

6 months ago

Research Scientist / PREP Research Associate in Fluid Metrology (Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics) George Washington University in United States

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Mechanical Engineering

Funding

The post describes a PREP Research Associate / Research Scientist role at NIST/GWU, implying a paid research position, but no stipend, salary, tuition, or other funding details are provided.

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Expired

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United States

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George Washington University

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Keywords

Mechanical Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Python Programming
Metrology
Experimental Mechanics
Physics

About this position

George Washington University and NIST are seeking a PREP Research Associate / Research Scientist in Fluid Metrology at the NIST campus in Gaithersburg, Maryland.

This opportunity is centered on experimental fluid mechanics, flow measurement, instrumentation, calibration, and measurement traceability. The role involves designing and building experimental flow setups, automating experiments, maintaining LabVIEW systems, developing Python tools for control and data analysis, integrating pressure transducers, RTDs, and flow meters, and supporting CAD-based fabrication and CFD-informed experimental design.

Applicants should have at least a bachelor’s degree; a master’s degree is preferred. The post specifically mentions backgrounds in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Physics. Useful technical skills include Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB, CAD, sensor instrumentation, and familiarity with uncertainty analysis, calibration, or computational fluid dynamics.

This is a research-oriented position with impact on national measurement programs and publications. No deadline, salary, or detailed funding package is stated in the post.

To apply, use the provided application link and follow the instructions in the post.

Funding details

The post describes a PREP Research Associate / Research Scientist role at NIST/GWU, implying a paid research position, but no stipend, salary, tuition, or other funding details are provided.

What's required

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred. Preferred background in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Physics. Applicants should have proficiency in Python, LabVIEW, or MATLAB, and familiarity with CAD, sensor instrumentation, and experimental fluid mechanics. Knowledge of measurement uncertainty, calibration, or CFD simulations is a bonus.

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