Postdoctoral Research Associate in Experimental Fluid Dynamics

This postdoctoral position focuses on investigating how small crustaceans (copepods) interact with turbulent water flows, a critical but poorly understood aspect of marine ecology. Based at the Laboratory of Oceanology and Geosciences (LOG) in Wimereux, France, the project leverages cutting-edge ultrasonic Doppler sonar and high-speed cameras to measure fluid and copepod velocity in real time. The goal is to determine whether copepods are attracted to, avoid, or remain indifferent to localized turbulence, advancing our understanding of zooplankton behavior in turbulent environments. The research will utilize the Agiturb system and advanced ultrasonic tools developed under the ANR RUPTURE project.

• Set up and conduct experiments using advanced ultrasonic Doppler sonar and high-speed cameras to measure fluid and copepod velocity in real time.
• Investigate the effect of Reynolds number on copepod behavior relative to turbulent fluid dynamics.
• Analyze and interpret high-resolution velocity field data to determine copepod attraction or avoidance of turbulence.
• Collaborate with the research team to develop and refine experimental protocols for studying turbulence-particle interactions.
• Contribute to the publication of research findings in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings.