Postdoctoral Fellow

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

Generous paid vacation

Hybrid work schedule

Tuition assistance

Free access to libraries and museums

Job summary

A leading research university in Austin seeks a Postdoctoral Fellow to examine coastal changes and sea level science primarily focused on the Texas Gulf Coast. Candidates should possess a recent Ph.D. and competencies in Python and MATLAB. The position offers a chance to be involved in significant research initiatives with a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive health benefits, tuition assistance, and retirement plans. This role requires strong collaboration and communication skills within a diverse academic environment.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. obtained within the last three years.
• Competence in programming languages such as Python or MATLAB.
• Publication record in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Conduct remote sensing experiments focused on change detection at the coastal zone.
• Deploy field equipment for ground-truthing.
• Collaborate on impacts of coastal change on society.
• Contribute to sea level science research.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

Remote sensing

Data analysis

Education

Ph.D. in Geosciences, Geophysics, or related field

Job description

Position Title

Postdoctoral Fellow

Position Overview

The Institute for Geophysics at The University of Texas at Austin (UTIG) invites applications for a postdoctoral research position to study interactions of geology and the cryosphere. UTIG is one of the three research units of the Jackson School of Geosciences at the University of Texas at Austin. Scientists and students at UTIG conduct expeditionary research in Earth Science worldwide and are also involved in planetary missions and climate modeling, producing large datasets that require computational analysis and visualization.

Position Details

• Job Title: Postdoctoral Fellow


• Hiring Department: Institute for Geophysics


• Position Open To: All Applicants


• Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40


• FLSA Status: Exempt


• Earliest Start Date: Immediately


• Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2024


• Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Job Purpose

The Institute for Geophysics and the Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Texas, Austin invites applications for a highly motivated postdoctoral associate to work on coastal change and sea level with a focus on the Texas Gulf Coast. The successful candidate will develop remote‑sensing algorithms to determine the pace and scale of coastal change from space, assist with installation/maintenance of a sea level observatory at the coast, and perform ground‑truthing of coastal change. The postdoc will be part of a newly formed initiative to examine the threat of rising seas on the State of Texas and will work with Drs. David Mohrig and Ginny Catania primarily.

Your Skills Will Make a Difference

You will be working for a university that is internationally recognized for its academic programs and research. You will be part of an international effort at the forefront of advancing the energy transition and a vibrant university experience that integrates students, engineering and support staff and senior scientists. The University provides an outstanding benefits package.

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%)


• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options


• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays


• Hybrid work schedule


• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 7.75% employer matching funds


• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)


• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses


• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities


• Tuition assistance


• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets


• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card


• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

Responsibilities

• Conduct remote sensing experiments focused on change detection at the coastal zone.


• Deploy field equipment for ground‑truthing in conjunction with colleagues at the Marine Sciences Institute in Port Aransas.


• Explore impacts of coastal change on society through existing collaborations at UT, depending on interests.


• Contribute to research within a vibrant group of students, postdocs, and researchers working on sea level science from across UT.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Geosciences, Geophysics, or a related field within the last three years.
• Competence and experience with programming in languages such as Python or MATLAB.
• Track record of publication in the field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Research experience with sea level science.

Salary Range

$65,000 + depending on qualifications.

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions.


• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV


• 3 work references with contact information; at least one reference from a supervisor


• Brief (1‑2 page) statement of interest, and names of three references

Important Information for Applicants

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Background Checks and E-Verify

A criminal history background check will be required for final candidates under consideration. The University of Texas at Austin uses E‑Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015.