About this opportunity
International Association for Fire Safety Science lists this Senior Research Scientist –Flammability and Fire Dynamics opportunity in norwood, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
FM is seeking a Senior Research Scientist to develop new scientific knowledge, technologies, and engineering solutions to challenges in material flammability, fire dynamics, and fire protection, which can be used and applied by FM to help prevent or control property loss for insured clients.
Responsibilities
Lead internally funded research projects in flammability, combustion, fire propagation, extinguishment, heat and smoke generation, heat transfer, and related areas.
Conduct experimental and theoretical research to understand fire behavior over a range of scales.
Closely collaborate with fire modeling scientists to develop and validate sub-models related to pyrolysis, heat transfer, and fire dynamics.
Interpret and analyze experimental data and prepare high‑quality technical documentation.
Communicate test methods, results, and engineering recommendations to internal and external stakeholders, including collaborators, clients, and industry partners.
Manage all aspects of project management, including proposals, planning, execution, reporting, and engineering application.
PhD in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or a closely related field.
Strong fundamental background in combustion, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and applied mathematics.
Research experience in experimental and analytical methods in thermal fluids, material flammability, heat transfer, and combustion/fire, along with an understanding of associated numerical methods.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to develop effective solutions to complex technical challenges.
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to productively collaborate in an interdisciplinary research environment.
A full benefits package is offered with this position. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
1 Technology Way, Norwood, MA 02062, USA
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Worksite address
norwood, MA, 02062, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.