A MS or PhD student or a full time researcher is sought for an open research position effective immediately. 

The research effort aims to develop a superhydrophobic coating for reducing drag force acting on maritime mobilities. The research will involve the following activities:

1) Synthesis of superhydrophobic coatings for substrates including metal alloy and polymers. The synthesis process should be able to be used in prototypes. 

2) Characterization of coatings including material properties, surface morphology, etc. 

3) Evaluation of the drag reduction effect of the coatings and understanding of results.

MS. Ph.D. or MS-Ph.D. combined course

Candidates must have a BS in materials science, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field. This position will also include mentorship of undergraduate students, presentations at international conferences, and the writing of publications for peer-reviewed scientific journals.

Post-Doc

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in materials science, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field, and Expertise in the synthesis of hydrophobic coatings. Also desirable, though not required, is experience with the topic of drag reduction coatings. This position will also include mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students, presentations at international conferences, and the writing of publications for peer-reviewed scientific journals.