Associate Research Scientist

HK University of Science & Technology

Duties & Responsibilities

Design and conduct experimental measurements of drone and eVTOL noise in anechoic chambers and outdoor environments.
Develop and validate physics-based noise source models for UAV/eVTOL rotors.
Process and analyse acoustic measurement data to characterise noise signatures.
Build and maintain a comprehensive noise database for environmental impact assessments.
Collaborate with team members and publish research findings in high-impact journals.

PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Acoustics, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related field.
Hands-on experience in acoustic or aeroacoustic experiments in anechoic chambers and field environments.
Proficiency in acoustic data processing, spectral methods, beamforming, and noise source identification.
Strong background in aeroacoustics, particularly rotor/propeller noise mechanisms (highly preferred).
Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, Fortran, or C++ and scientific computing experience.
Excellent English communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.