Postdoctoral Position in Computational Fluid Dynamics and Environmental Fluid 
Dynamics at Westlake University
Westlake University's Research Center for Zhejiang Province's Coastal Zone 
Environment and Resources is hiring a postdoctoral researcher in the field of 
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Environmental Fluid Dynamics.
About Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Coastal Zone Environment and Resources 
Research
The Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Coastal Zone Environment and Resources 
Research, established by the Zhejiang Provincial Department of Science and 
Technology in 2021, aims to study the coupled mechanisms of land-sea-air multi-
interfaces and cross-sphere interactions in coastal zones, providing insights 
into coastal zone issues and developing new methods, technologies, and equipment 
to address these challenges. The laboratory focuses on three main research 
areas:
1.	Mechanisms and modeling of land-sea-air interactions in coastal zones.
2.	New methods and technologies for coastal pollution control and 
ecological restoration.
3.	Exploration and development of marine resources.
The laboratory strives to become a world-leading center for coastal zone 
research, offering robust scientific support to address ecological and resource 
utilization issues in coastal zones locally, nationally, and globally.
Project Background
This project is based on the scientific questions surrounding the deep-sea 
bionic robot "Xigu No. 2" from the Intelligent, Informational, Integrative and 
Interdisciplinary Laboratory (i⁴-FSI Lab). We aim to explore and verify whether 
bionic undulating robots possess superior hydrodynamic performance and 
environmental friendliness through a series of experiments and numerical 
simulations. We invite you to join us in this endeavor.
Affiliated Research Laboratories
Sergio Torres Laboratory:
our group focus on developing multi-scale and multi-physics numerical algorithms 
and software development, and applying them to numerical simulation analysis of 
complex processes in civil engineering, mining engineering, environmental 
engineering, and other fields. Through sophisticated numerical simulation tools, 
the aim is to reveal the multi-scale dynamic processes of fluid-particle and 
fluid-solute systems. The results from small-scale simulations are then used to 
develop upscaling methods to obtain constitutive relationships, which are 
subsequently applied to large-scale boundary value problems.
More details can be found in our website: https://m3.westlake.edu.cn/ 
Dixia Fan Laboratory:
The primary research topics include digital fluid mechanics for marine 
engineering equipment, design and control of amphibious marine robots, and 
applications of metamaterials in large-scale underwater deformable structures. 
The laboratory employs experimental fluid dynamics driven by physical 
information and data integration to explore the strong nonlinearity and 
multiscale nature of fluid mechanics, applying these insights to real-world 
engineering problems such as port and coastal infrastructure, offshore 
transportation, and deep-sea exploration. The ultimate goal is to enhance 
China's marine science research capabilities, improve resource and environmental 
exploration, promote energy conservation and emission reduction in offshore 
operations, and advance the development of deep-sea equipment technologies and 
industries.
More detailed information can be found on the laboratory's webpage: 
https://i4fsi.lab.westlake.edu.cn/ 
Job Opening: Postdoctoral Researcher
Position:
One postdoctoral researcher for the Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Coastal 
Zone Environment and Resources Research.
Responsibilities:
1.	Hydrodynamic Performance of Oscillating Fins:
o	Experimental: Conduct hydrodynamic performance studies in a water tank 
using a three-dimensional PIV system to investigate biomechanical and dynamic 
characteristics and the intrinsic mechanisms of biological propulsion.
o	Numerical Simulation: Use custom programming, OpenFOAM, Fluent, 
StarCCM+, or similar software to study the hydrodynamic performance and 
propulsion mechanisms of biological systems and predict the hydrodynamic 
performance of biomimetic underwater robots.
•	Actively apply for external research funding, publish academic papers, 
regularly report project progress to joint laboratory leaders and the laboratory 
director, and engage in academic exchanges with the research team. Additionally, 
support other team members in their research collaborations and publications.
Qualifications:
1.	Under 35 years old, holding or about to obtain a Ph.D. degree.
2.	Demonstrated academic innovation ability with at least one publication 
in a leading journal in the fields of mechanics, mechanical engineering, marine 
engineering, or related interdisciplinary areas.
3.	Experience in biomimetic fluid mechanics and fluid-structure interaction 
experiments and numerical simulations is preferred.
4.	Strong project leadership, communication, and task execution skills, 
with a willingness to organize or participate in field testing.
Benefits and Opportunities
Successful candidates will receive unique opportunities including:
1.	Collaboration with experts in marine engineering, mechanical 
engineering, and artificial intelligence.
2.	A stable, open, and pleasant campus and working environment supported by 
a world-class research platform.
3.	Opportunities to participate in international and domestic academic 
conferences, either online or offline.
4.	Competitive salary (negotiable) and performance-based research rewards.
5.	Government support and subsidies for postdoctoral researchers working in 
Hangzhou, as well as for those staying in Hangzhou after completing their 
postdoctoral work.
Salary and Benefits
Competitive salary and working conditions will be offered based on Westlake 
University's regulations and the applicant's capabilities, including social 
insurance and other benefits provided by Westlake University.
Application Process
1.	Application Deadline: The position is open until filled. Interested 
applicants are encouraged to apply promptly.
2.	Application Materials: Please send your resume and supporting documents 
as a single PDF file to s.torres@westlake.edu.cn or fandixia@westlake.edu.cn. 
The email subject and attached resume should be named as "Postdoctoral 
Application for Key Laboratory - [Your Name]".
3.	Recruitment Process: After an initial review, we will notify qualified 
candidates of an interview via phone or email. If you do not receive an 
interview notification within two months, you may consider your application 
unsuccessful.
For more information and to apply, please visit the respective laboratory 
webpages.