Research Assistants (Multiple Positions)

Are you a driven student looking for an opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research and gain hands-on experience in the field of experimental thermal-hydraulics for advanced nuclear reactors? Look no further! ATHL is currently seeking multiple enthusiastic and motivated graduate students to join our team as Research Assistants (RAs). This is an exceptional opportunity to work alongside renowned researchers, expand your professional network, and boost your academic career.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with faculty members and research teams to design, execute, and analyze projects in the area of experimental thermal-hydraulics.

• Conduct literature reviews to gather relevant information and stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the field of nuclear thermal-hydraulics.

• Collect and analyze numerical and experimental data using various qualitative and quantitative research methods.

• Assist with the preparation and submission of research manuscripts and conference presentations.

• Present research findings at local, national, and international conferences, as appropriate.

• Attend and actively participate in research meetings, workshops, and seminars.

• Contribute to the development of new research ideas and methodologies.

• Mentor and support undergraduate research assistants.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in nuclear or mechanical engineering major.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.

• Familiarity with experimental techniques, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems related to thermal-hydraulic research.

• Familiarity with computational simulation tools (e.g., RELAP5, ANSYS FLUENT, STAR-CCM+, etc.) is a plus.

• Prior research experience in experimental thermal-hydraulics, including conference presentations and/or publications, is an asset.

Benefits

• Competitive stipend and covered tuition, subject to university policies and funding availability.

• Opportunities for professional development, including conference attendance and networking.

• Access to state-of-the-art research facilities and equipment.

• Opportunities for co-authorship on research publications and presentations.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and transcripts to Dr. Minghui Chen (mnu@unm.edu).