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McGill University

Research Assistant 2

Macdonald Eng. Bldg., Canada

$32.15 · Part-time

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Pay: $32.15
Job type: Part-time
Apply by: Oct 9, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 1, 2026

Original job description

Please refer to the How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates) job aid for instructions on how to apply.

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The Department of Mechanical Engineering at McGill University is seeking a Research Assistant 2 to support the Fuel Demixing in Turbulent CH₄/H₂ Fuel Blends research project under the supervision of Professor Hendrik Nicolai.

The successful candidate will contribute to ongoing research focused on the simulation and analysis of turbulent combustion phenomena, including computational modeling, data processing, and interpretation of simulation results.

This is a unionized position, and the incumbent will be a member of the AMURE (Association of McGill University Research Employees) bargaining unit.

Responsibilities:

Build and optimize computational meshes for numerical simulations.
Set up and validate simulation boundary conditions.
Perform simulations using high-performance computing resources.
Develop and maintain post-processing scripts to support the analysis of computational simulation data.
Analyze simulation results and investigate the physical phenomena associated with fuel mixing and combustion processes.
Assist the Research Supervisor in conducting research activities using established methodologies with minimal supervision.

Qualifications:

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
Proficiency in C++ and Python programming.
Knowledge of turbulent flow physics.
Proficiency in Computational Fluid Dynamics
Experience with OpenFOAM software.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

Hourly Salary:

$32.15

Hours per Week:

15 (Part time)

Location:

Macdonald Eng. Bldg.

Supervisor:

Assistant Professor

Position Start Date:

2026-09-24

Position End Date:

2026-12-31

Deadline to Apply:

2026-10-08

This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.

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Responsibilities

The Research Assistant will contribute to the simulation and analysis of turbulent combustion phenomena, including building computational meshes and performing simulations. They will also develop post-processing scripts and assist the supervisor in conducting research activities using established methodologies.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and possess proficiency in C++ and Python. Additionally, experience with OpenFOAM software and knowledge of turbulent flow physics are required.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering
C++
Python
Turbulent flow physics
Computational Fluid Dynamics
OpenFOAM
Computational modeling
Data processing
Numerical simulations
High-performance computing
Post-processing scripts
Analytical skills
Problem-solving
Communication skills

Benefits

Unionized position

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Hiring contact

Hendrik Nicolai

Keywords

Mechanical Engineering
Research Assistant
Turbulent combustion
Computational Fluid Dynamics
OpenFOAM
C++
Python
Numerical simulations
High-performance computing
Data processing
Computational modeling
Fuel mixing
AMURE
Turbulent flow physics

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