MS or PhD Research Assistantship at the University of Rhode Island on Offshore Wind research
Stephan Grilli
The Department of Ocean Engineering at the University of Rhode Island is seeking an outstanding graduate research assistant to integrate with a multi-disciplinary and multi-institution team working on simulations, control system, and experiments pertaining to the wave-induced motions of a Floating Offshore Wind Turbine (FOWT). In particular, the project involves developing, applying, and validating models for the reconstruction and short-term prediction of near-field irregular ocean waves based on remotely sensed data, as well as the extension of existing motion control algorithms of the FOWT float to include future wave information. The goal of the project is to improve energy production and reduce wave loads on the FOWT. This opportunity is open to both MS and PhD seeking students and the anticipated start date is September 1, 2021. The research assistantship includes a competitive stipend, healthcare, and tuition
As the oldest ocean engineering programs in the US, the Department of Ocean Engineering at the University of Rhode Island has been involved in a variety of offshore/coastal engineering and ocean renewable energy projects and, in particular, was instrumental in the implementation of the first offshore wind farm in the US, off of Block Island, RI. In this context, the successful applicant will join a dynamic group of ocean engineering students working on diverse field, laboratory, and numerical modeling research projects.
Requirements commensurate with experience:
- A bachelors or MS degree in Ocean/Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Engineering or related fields.
- A knowledge of fluid mechanics and strong math and physics skills.
- Experience in computer programming and numerical modeling (MATLAB and/or advanced languages).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
Preferred:
- Knowledge of water wave mechanics.
- A prior record of publications and presentations.
To apply, send a one-page letter of motivation, CV, copy of transcripts and contact information for three references to Stephan Grilli (gri...@uri.edu) by July 30th, 2021.
-- Stephan Grilli, PhD, PE Distinguished Engineering Professor, Department of Ocean Engineering Professor, Graduate School of Oceanography Sheets Building 222 tel: 1-401 874 6636 University of Rhode Island fax: 1-401-874 6837 Narragansett, RI 02882 web: http://personal.egr.uri.edu/grilli/ Google Scholar Profile with links to publications is at: http://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=D3fd3_4AAAAJ Email: gri...@uri.edu Alternate email address (if service interrupted) : sgr...@cox.net