Post-Doctoral Researcher, Department of Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering, Cockrell School of Engineering Full-time

Post-Doctoral Researcher, Department of Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering, Cockrell School of Engineering

Hiring Department: Hildebrand Department of Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

FLSA Status: Exempt

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2023

Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

As a top-10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas, the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest number of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation's most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America's Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Cockrell School embodies the city's innovative spirit. Major companies with Austin campuses, such as Dell, National Instruments, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google, and many others, continue to recruit Cockrell School students at a remarkable rate, launching thousands of successful careers and developing Texas Engineers into industry leaders.

Responsibilities

• Conducts computational and experimental research on electromagnetic properties of rocks
• Develops methods for reliable interpretation of electromagnetic measurements in porous media
• Publishes research papers
• Interacts with multidisciplinary team members
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in physics, engineering, geophysics, or any geoscience related major received by the time joining UT Austin as postdoctoral researcher. PhD must have been earned within the past three years. Knowledgeable in numerical methods and proficient in at least one computer programming language. Knowledgeable in electrical properties of heterogeneous materials. Experience in experimental work. At least three peer-reviewed publications either published or under review. Demonstrate good communication skills and teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications

Three years of experience in conducting experimental research in electromagnetic properties of rocks.

Salary Range

$53,460 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• May work around chemical fumes
• May work around biohazards
• May work around chemicals
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.