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Two Associate/Postdoctoral research positions are available immediately at the UCLA Water Technology Research (WaTeR) Center with Membrane and Desalination group. The research focus for these positions is on the development of a novel ultrafiltration/reverse osmosis system and integrated system monitoring and control for brackish water desalination. The project will involve RO and UF pilot system design, process optimization, integration of novel process sensors with system control, and development of a controller with embedded computing to enable model-based control. The project will also involve laboratory and field studies (in California). These research positions provide unique opportunities to be involved with and contribute to a globally visible program in water technology and interact with collaborators and affiliates of the WaTeR Center from industry and water agencies.
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Position 1
Education: Ph.D. in Chemical, Civil, Environmental, or a field related to the areas of experience described below.
Experience: Development and working familiarity with RO and UF pilot plant operation and optimization, filtration systems (MF, UF and RO) components and operational knowledge. Experience with process modeling and analysis for RO systems as well as feed pretreatment. Familiarity with membrane and performance testing, knowledge of membrane fouling (including biofouling and mineral scaling) and mitigation strategies. Basic familiarity of colloidal science, water chemistry and general water quality analysis would also be an asset.
Position 2
Education: Ph.D. in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or a field related to the areas of experience described below.
Experience: Development and practical familiarity with engineering and design of embedded and networked control systems, focusing on applications in chemical or environmental process systems. Experience with industrial process automation would also be an asset, including programming of logic/automation controllers, set up of instrumentations (sensors and actuators), and design and setup of related electrical infrastructure (power and signal). Working knowledge and experience with control system programming (Labview, Matlab) is essential, as well as experience with control system design, simulation, and deployment in experimental laboratory and/or industrial settings. Familiarity with rapid prototyping, user-interface design (including web-based), network and web protocols, and programming/scripting languages (e.g., Java, VB) is desirable. Prior experience with membrane-based separation processes (e.g., microfiltration, ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis) is beneficial, but not necessary.
The University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) is an exceptional research institution in an attractive and comfortable campus located in West Los Angeles. The postdoctoral positions are for periods of 1-2 years, with the possibility for extension. The salary is competitive and includes a medical insurance program.
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