Senior Research Scientist –Flammability and Fire Dynamics
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on884, Washington Street, South Norwood, Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, 02062, United States
About FM
Established nearly two centuries ago, FM is a leading mutual insurance company whose capital, scientific research capability, and engineering expertise are solely dedicated to property risk management and the resilience of its policyholder-owners. These owners, who share the belief that the majority of property loss is preventable, represent many of the world's largest organizations, including one of every four Fortune 500 companies. They work with FM to better understand the hazards that can impact their business continuity to make cost-effective risk management decisions, combining property loss prevention with insurance protection.
About the Role
FM is seeking a Senior Research Scientist to develop new scientific knowledge, technologies, and engineering solutions to challenges in material flammability, fire dynamics, and fire protection. This role is designed to create innovations that can be applied by FM to help prevent or control property loss for insured clients. You will lead internally funded research projects, conducting experimental and theoretical work to understand fire behavior across a range of scales. The position requires close collaboration with fire modeling scientists to develop and validate sub-models related to pyrolysis, heat transfer, and fire dynamics. Beyond the lab, you will interpret and analyze experimental data, prepare high-quality technical documentation, and communicate test methods, results, and engineering recommendations to internal and external stakeholders, including collaborators, clients, and industry partners.
Equal Opportunity
FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.
Work location
Work model: On-site
884, Washington Street, South Norwood, Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, 02062, United States
Norwood, Massachusetts
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleLead internally funded research projects in flammability, combustion, and fire dynamics
- check_circleCollaborate with fire modeling scientists to develop and validate sub-models
- check_circleCommunicate test methods, results, and engineering recommendations to stakeholders
- check_circleConduct experimental and theoretical research to understand fire behavior across scales
- check_circleInterpret and analyze experimental data to prepare high-quality technical documentation
- check_circleManage all aspects of project lifecycle including proposals, planning, execution, and reporting
Requirements
- verifiedPhD in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or closely related field
- verifiedStrong background in combustion, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and applied mathematics
- verifiedResearch experience in experimental and analytical methods in thermal fluids, material flammability, heat transfer, and combustion/fire
Benefits & Perks
check_circle401(k) and pension plancheck_circleTuition reimbursementcheck_circleFlexible work arrangementscheck_circleTime off allowancesIncentive plan
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Combustion, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Applied Mathematics, Thermal Fluids, Material Flammability, Fire Dynamics.
Education: PhD in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or a closely related field required.
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Day-to-day, the Senior Research Scientist –Flammability and Fire Dynamics at FM will lead internally funded research projects in flammability, combustion, and fire dynamics; collaborate with fire modeling scientists to develop and validate sub-models; communicate test methods, results, and engineering recommendations to stakeholders; and conduct experimental and theoretical research to understand fire behavior across scales.
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FM is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: PhD in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or closely related field; Strong background in combustion, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and applied mathematics; and Research experience in experimental and analytical methods in thermal fluids, material flammability, heat transfer, and combustion/fire.
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Senior Research Scientist –Flammability and Fire Dynamics at FM is based in 884, Washington Street, South Norwood, Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, 02062, United States. This is a on-site role.
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FM has listed this Senior Research Scientist –Flammability and Fire Dynamics role as on-site.
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Key skills for Senior Research Scientist –Flammability and Fire Dynamics at FM include Mechanical Engineering; Chemical Engineering; Fire Protection Engineering; Combustion; Fluid Mechanics; Heat Transfer; Applied Mathematics; and Thermal Fluids.
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Educational requirements for this role: PhD in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or a closely related field required.
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