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Postdoctoral Scholar, Computation

Michigan Technological University

United States, Michigan, Houghton

1400 Townsend Drive (Show on map)

Jun 12, 2025

Summary	Michigan Technological University is seeking a highly motivated post-doctoral scholar to join an interdisciplinary research team led by Dr. Weihua Zhou and Dr. Jiguang Sun. The successful candidate will design and develop digital twin algorithms for computational fluid dynamics, contributing to innovative solutions in healthcare software systems. This role involves collaboration with research scientists, engineers, and medical physicians, as well as mentoring graduate students in research and development.
Responsibilities and Essential Duties	Design and develop digital twin algorithms for computational fluid dynamics, contributing to innovative solutions in healthcare software systems. Develop fast algorithms/ theory for eigenvalue problems. Collaborate with research scientists, engineers, and medical physicians. Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work and apply continuous improvement strategies to everyday work.
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures	Ph.D. in Computational/Applied Mathematics or Computer Science. Degree must have been earned within 72 months prior to beginning of appointment.
Required Experience
Desirable Education and/or Experience
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities	Demonstrated experience in computation/computer algorithms, as evidenced by relevant publications.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities	Proficiency in programming; experience in Python for machine learning and/or digital image processing is preferred. Strong communication skills, both in formal written reports/manuscripts and oral presentations.
Language, Mathematics and/or Reasoning Skills
Work Environment and/or Physical Demands	The work environment is that of a typical office and/or classroom setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment	Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following four required pieces of training; additional training may be required by the department. Required University Training: * Employee Safety Overview * Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Training * Annual Data Security Training * Annual Title IX Training Background Check: Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed. Other Conditions of Employment: The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. This is not an E-Verified Position.
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%)	1
FLSA Status	Exempt
Appointment Term	12 months
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Pay Rate/Salary	The anticipated salary is $60,000; however the final salary will be based on experience and qualifications.
Title of Position Supervisor	Associate Professor
Posting Type	Internal and External Posting
Dependent on Funding	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)	The selected candidate will receive a fellowship to support their research. The position begins on September 1, 2025. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and funding availability. Applicants will need to upload the following documents: * Curriculum Vitae (CV) * Up to three selected publications (if any available)
Additional Information	Michigan Technological University, one of the four major research universities in the State of Michigan, is located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula adjacent to Lake Superior. The community offers a small-town environment with outstanding four-season recreational opportunities. Michigan Tech is located in Houghton, MI on the south shore of Lake Superior. Houghton was rated as the 15th Greatest Place to Live in America by Outside Magazine in 2014. This environment combined with a great research opportunity results in an excellent quality of life.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Conditions of Employment:
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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