Joining the lab

I am always interested in new scientists/engineers joining our team. Previous experience in wind tunnel diagnostics (such as PIV), data visualization or machine learning is advantageous. Experience with Matlab or Python also beneficial. When getting in touch please highlight evidence of independent research, conceptualization, design, building/manufacture and testing processes, or any project that you feel best highlights hands-on or problem solving skills. Writing samples are also encouraged.

For autumn 2025, I am planning to recruit one more PhD students to explore challenges in applied hypersonics and or turbine dynamics.

Hypersonic position: focus on hypersonic jet interactions, hypersonic measurement in cutting edge national facilities and synthesis of experimental and computational datasets to extract unmeasured variables. this work will involve A strong datascience component. US citizens only.

Turbine hydrodynamics position: Exploration of the interaction of cross-flow turbines, unsteady foils and power generation in non-ideal flows. This potentially includes proximity to boundaries, other turbines, turbulence or unsteady inflows.

Prospective students and postdoctoral candidates are encouraged get in touch to discuss potential projects and mutual interests that may be supported through applications for independent funding. There are a number of funding opportunities available for postdocs, graduate and undergraduate students and I would be happy to support the application of someone who would be a good fit for the lab.

Please contact Prof. Williams (ojhw@uw.edu) for more information about possible research projects. Prospective graduate students should also seek information on applying to the AA Department at the University of Washington at the following website.

Undergraduate students

Undergraduates looking for research experience should contact Prof. Williams (ojhw@uw.edu). There are many exciting projects in measurement, design and data analysis to which you can contribute.