Posted:
June 17, 2026
Location:
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

Description

The Energy and Propulsion Laboratory () in the Division of Engineering, New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a Postdoctoral Associate or Associate Research Scientist to work on aerospace propulsion.


The successful applicant will drive a fascinating project on the emerging technologies for propulsion systems. Responsibilities will include, but not limited to, fundamental studies of reactive flow, chemical kinetics, combustion, and detonation, for a wide range of propulsion applications, including rocket/hypersonic propulsion systems, gas turbine engines for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), and sustainable aviation fuels for urban air mobility (UAM). The candidate will work in a multidisciplinary environment consisting of PhD-level scientists, graduate students, and undergraduate students. 


Position Requirements

  • PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

  • Excellent rea...
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    Job Overview

    Job Type: Full-time
    Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
    Posted: June 17, 2026
    Deadline: July 27, 2026