Fully funded PhD or MSc assistantships are available for highly qualified applicants interested in water wave mechanics, coastal hydrodynamics and morphodynamics. The students will work with Dr. Jie Yu, and will conduct quantitative research, which involves both theoretical and numerical modeling, as well as incorporating observations into numerical models (e.g. data assimilations), to improve the understanding of surf zone dynamics, in particular the complex interactions among waves, currents and coastal morphology. Assistantships include an annual stipend of $21600 (rate for academic year 2008/2009), health insurance and tuition waiver.

Candidates with academic/research background in Coastal/Civil/Mechanical Engineering, Oceanography, Applied Mathematics or any other engineering/science fields with strong interests in fluid mechanics are encouraged to apply. Please send your CV to jie_yu@ncsu.edu, or contact Dr. Jie Yu for more information.