Research Support in Fluid Dynamics

USNH Employees should apply within Workday through the Jobs Hub app. The Researcher will support externally funded research activities within the Department of Mechanical Engineering during Summer 2026. The role is intended for a rising senior majoring in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering, providing hands‑on research experience in a laboratory and/or computational research environment.

Research Support (50%)

• Assist faculty and graduate students with ongoing sponsored research activities.
• Support experimental setup, operation, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
• Assist with collection, processing, and analysis of experimental or computational data.
• Maintain organized research records and documentation.

Computational and Analytical Activities (30%)

• Assist with data processing, visualization, and computational modeling activities.
• Support development of scripts, spreadsheets, or software tools for research analysis.
• Conduct literature reviews and summarize technical findings relevant to project activities.

Laboratory and Project Support (20%)

• Assist with laboratory organization, equipment preparation, and general research support tasks.
• Participate in research group meetings and technical discussions.
• Support preparation of figures, presentations, and technical reports associated with funded research projects.

• Current undergraduate student in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Rising senior standing preferred.
• Strong academic performance in engineering coursework.
• Ability to work in a laboratory and/or computational research environment.
• Ability to follow laboratory safety procedures and research protocols.

• Strong technical, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with engineering analysis, laboratory methods, or computational tools.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic technical software tools.

• Prior undergraduate research, laboratory, or design‑project experience.
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, Solid Works, CAD software, or other engineering software tools.
• Interest in pursuing graduate study or research‑related careers.

• Upload a Resume/CV within the "My
  
  Experience:
  
  Resume/CV" section of the application (maximum of 5 documents).

$20 per hour. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of external sponsor funding.

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across its campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

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