Postdoctoral Fellow, Nuclear Engineering Teaching Lab, Cockrell School of Engineering

Phase2 Technology; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid basic medical coverage

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

An engineering firm in Austin is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to conduct research in mobile manipulation for nuclear and hazardous environments. The role involves carrying out research in applied robotics, co-authoring peer-reviewed papers, and collaborating with team members. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in a relevant field and have experience in robotics or software. Benefits include 100% employer-paid medical coverage and retirement contributions.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. earned within past three years with research in robotics or software for complex systems.
• Experience preparing proposals and peer-reviewed technical papers.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and sponsors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in applied robotics for extreme environments.
• Co-author peer-reviewed research papers.
• Collaborate with team to define research scope.

Skills

Robotics

Proposal Preparation

Collaborative Work

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Job description

Postdoctoral Fellow – Nuclear Engineering Teaching Lab

Department: Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering

Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Hours: 40 per week, exempt

Start: Immediately / Until Sep 01, 2024

Purpose

The Postdoctoral Fellow conducts research in mobile manipulation for handling material in nuclear and/or hazardous environments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out research in applied robotics for use in extreme environments (nuclear, oil & gas, military, or other applications).
• Co‑author peer‑reviewed research papers.
• Collaborate with group members and the Principal Investigator to define research scope.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field earned within past three years with research in robotics or software for complex systems.
• Experience preparing proposals and peer‑reviewed technical papers.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and sponsors.

Preferred Qualifications

None

Benefits

• 100% employer‑paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays

Employment Eligibility

Eligible to work in the United States. Must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Background Checks

Criminal history background check required for finalists.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. It complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University 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.