Postdoctoral Fellow

Top 2 Percent Scientists; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) invites applications for a trainee position in the College of Sciences / Physics and Astronomy. The fellow will pursue research as part of their education and professional development, under minimal supervision with some initiative in research and teaching activities.

The role includes developing and testing projects, assisting with survey instruments, and producing reports, with potential teaching of one to two courses per semester and

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field from an accredited institution.
• Experience in teaching or research is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Statistical software

Education

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

Job description

Type: Full-Time

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

Compensation & Benefits

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

• 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.

Jobs

• 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).

Health Foundations & Medical Research

• Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants are advised not to include confidential personal information such as:

• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Ethnicity/Race

For questions, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

UTRGV reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications before the closing date once posting requirements are met.