Postdoctoral Fellow

TopSciNet; Edinburg (TX); Híbrido; USD 36.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley invites applications for a trainee position in Physics and Astronomy, located in Brownsville, Texas. The role supports research as part of educational development and involves minimal supervision with room for initiative and independent judgment.

The fellow will develop and test research projects, assist in survey instrument creation, and write summaries and reports under faculty supervision. Some teaching and travel may be required.

Formación

• Doctoral degree in Physics, Astronomy, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science from an accredited institution.
• Experience not required.
• Willingness to engage in research and teaching activities.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, test, and analyze research projects aligned with expertise and interests.
• Assist in creation and dissemination of survey instruments.
• Write narrative summaries and research reports under faculty supervision.
• Conduct background research and develop evaluation plans.
• Implement training activities as required.
• Teach one to two courses per semester (if assigned).
• Publish in peer‑reviewed journals related to assigned research.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Computing skills

Statistical software

Educación

Doctoral degree in Physics, Astronomy, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science

Descripción del empleo

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX — USA

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX USA Posted Nov 05, 2025 Due Oct 24, 2026

Astronomy and Astrophysics

Job Description

Type: Full-Time
Posted: October 24, 2025
Category: Physics, Astronomy
Posting Number: SRGV8615
Vacancies: 1
Location: Brownsville, Texas
Department: College of Sciences / Physics and Astronomy
FLSA: Exempt
Position Available Date: January 15, 2026
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Grant Funded: No

Scope of Job

This trainee position is designed for individuals pursuing research as a vital part of their educational and professional development. The fellow will work under minimal supervision with some latitude for initiative and independent judgment in research and/or teaching activities.

Description of Duties

Typical responsibilities include:

Developing, testing, and analyzing research projects aligned with expertise and interests.

Assisting in the creation and dissemination of survey instruments.

Writing narrative summaries and research reports under faculty supervision.

Conducting background research and developing evaluation plans.

Implementing training activities as required.

Teaching one to two courses per semester (if assigned).

Publishing in peer-reviewed journals related to assigned research.

Performing other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervision

Received: General direction from the assigned supervisor.

Given: None.

Required Qualifications

Education: Doctoral degree in Physics, Astronomy, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science from an accredited institution.

Experience: None required.

Licenses/Certifications: None.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior research or teaching experience in a related field is an asset.

Skills and Equipment

Proficiency in using computers, software tools, and statistical research applications.

Working Conditions

Office/research environment with some travel and weekend work required.

As UTRGV is a distributed institution, presence may be required at multiple locations across the Rio Grande Valley.

Other Information

This is a trainee position for a specified period as agreed upon by stakeholders.

All UTRGV employees must complete a criminal background check (CBC).

EEO Statement

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or protected veteran status. We encourage women, minorities, and differently-abled individuals to apply.