Senior Research Scientist

TAMU Press; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University in College Station seeks a Senior Research Scientist to support the Computational and Experimental Assessments project, advancing research in national security, energy, and engineering. The role includes grant development, co-PI support, and mentorship of Ph.D.

students, with oversight of relevant laboratory facilities. The candidate will lead independent research, analyze rock mechanics properties with advanced instruments, and contribute to peer-reviewed publications,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in applicable field.
• Eight years of related experience.
• Ability to move light objects with assistance.
• Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines.

Responsibilities

• Conducts complex independent research in field of expertise.
• Analysis of mechanical properties of rock using advanced instruments and machines.
• Writes and contributes to research publications in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Serves as co-PI on grants and supports grant acquisition.
• Mentors Ph.D. student researchers and serves on graduate committees.
• Assists with supervision of the Handin Laboratory for Experimental Rock Deformation.

Skills

Rock mechanics

Research independence

Grant writing

Mentoring

Publications

Team collaboration

Data analysis coding

Education

Ph.D. in field

Tools

Office software

Data analysis coding

Job description

**Job Title**Senior Research Scientist**Agency**Texas A&M University**Department**Geology**Proposed Minimum Salary**$2,264.86 monthly**Job Location**College Station, Texas**Job Type**Staff**Job Description****Here’s a Glimpse of the Job**The Senior Research Scientist will support the ongoing operation, maintenance, and strategic development of the *Computational and Experimental Assessments* project. The selected candidate will work on critical national security projects, nuclear deterrence, energy programs, and advanced science and engineering. They will assist in acquiring grants for future projects and coordinate the development of the program. **Opportunities to Contribute*** Conducts complex independent research into their field of expertise, e.g., rock mechanics.* Analysis of mechanical properties of rock using advanced instruments and machines.* Writes and contributes to research publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals.* Serves as co-PI on grants and supports ongoing maintenance and strategic development and assists with grant acquisition.* Mentors two Ph.D. student researchers and serves on graduate committees.* Assists with the supervision of the Handin Laboratory for Experimental Rock Deformation.* Serves as a subject matter expert in their domain. **Qualifications*** Ph.D. in applicable field.* Eight years of related experience.* Ability to move light objects with assistance.* Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines. **A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess:*** 10 plus years of *Computational and Experimental Assessments*.* Knowledge of National Technology and Engineering Solutions.* Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally and effectively with staff and interdisciplinary science and engineering teams of varying sizes.* Strong organizational, multitasking, and teamwork skills, with the ability to work cooperatively with others.* Proficiency in office software and the ability to develop code for analyzing novel instrument data.* Proficiency in learning and active listening strategies, oral comprehension and expression, and inductive and deductive reasoning. **Salary:** $2,264.86/month **Schedule:** This is a part time position: 5.2 hours a week. **Please Note:** This position is funded through grants and/or contracts that are subject to renewal by the sponsoring agencies. Therefore, continued employment is contingent up on the availability of funding and satisfactory job performance. The term is scheduled to end on 8/31/2029. **What You Need to Do:**Select the Apply button to begin your application. **Submitting a cover letter and resume is strongly recommended and will help us with the review process**. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.