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Research Scientist
WPI Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)
WorcesterPosted Aug 4, 2026 · 21h ago$50k – $60k
Full-time$50k – $60kOn-site
About this role
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) seeks a Research Scientist to focus on indoor airflow, ventilation, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). The role involves combining CFD modeling with laboratory measurements and Machine Learning (AI) to address real-world building and indoor environmental challenges.
What we are looking for
6- Conduct research on indoor airflow, ventilation, and CFD
- Utilize ANSYS Fluent, OpenFOAM, and Machine Learning tools
- Combine CFD modeling with laboratory measurements
- Apply AI to building and indoor environmental problems
- Ph.D. in a related engineering field required
- Strong CFD experience and programming skills necessary
Skills mentioned
1Machine Learning