Postdoctoral Scholar Pool - Department of Computer Science

Texas State University; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Work life balance resources

Professional development

Inclusive community

Retirement/pension plans

Job summary

Texas State University seeks to build a pool of postdoctoral scholars in the Department of ComputerScience. Post-docs work under a faculty sponsor to advance research, with an orientation and development plan provided by the sponsor.

The appointment focuses on research, scholarship, teaching, or other professional activities and is contingent on funding and performance. Qualified candidates are recent Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Recently awarded a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research independently and in groups.
• Previous teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage in research, scholarship, and teaching as assigned.
• Work under supervision of a regular faculty member with mentorship and a development plan.
• Maintain satisfactory annual performance evaluations and continuity of funding for appointment.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Independent research

Team-based research

Education

Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Postdoctoral Scholar Pool - Department of ComputerScience

Job Posting Number: 2027042APF

Position Description

The Department of ComputerScience seeks to develop a pool of candidates forpostdoctoral scholars (post-doc) positions in ComputerScience. A post-doc is a professional appointment designed to provide recentdoctoral degree recipients with an opportunity to gain experiencesand skills that will advance their careers. A post-doc works underthe supervision and sponsorship of a regular faculty member, whoserves as a mentor to the post-doc, and it is expected that thefaculty sponsor will provide an orientation and development planfor the post-doc, impart the realities and variety of careersavailable to the post-doc, and encourage learning opportunities tobroaden the post-doc's aspirations and experiences.The appointmentinvolves substantial and full-time commitment to research,scholarship, teaching, or other professional activities.Eligibility for annual reappointment is contingent uponsatisfactory annual performance evaluations during the term period,in addition to continuity of funding and departmental/schoolneed.

Required Qualifications

• Recently awarded a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closelyrelated field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research independently and ingroups
• Previous teaching experience is preferred.

Open Until Filled? Yes

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About Texas State and San Marcos

Texas State University is an emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff.

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting yourfirst day of employment for full-time employees with Texas Statepaying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for yourdependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and manymore!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendlyresources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellnessprogram
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from avariety of workshops, training, online learning and even accesseducational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academiccourses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networksoffered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans andvoluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one ofthe most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.