Two-Year Postdoctoral Fellow, Geophysics

University of Texas; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary funds

Relocation assistance

Job summary

University of Texas Institute for Geophysics invites applications for its Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowship at UT Austin. This two‑year fellowship offers a $72,000 annual salary, $5,000 discretionary funds for research/travel, and up to $3,000 relocation support.

Start date is immediate with applications due Jan 15, 2027 and decisions by mid‑March 2027. Open to recent PhDs in earth and planetary sciences; applicants should contact UTIG collaborators, prepare research proposals, and submit

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field and within the last 3 years.
• At least one peer‑reviewed publication.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research and collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research aligned with UTIG directions.
• Collaborate with UTIG researchers and engage with the institute's community.
• Present research results to the scientific community and the public.

Skills

Independent research

Collaboration

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

PhD in relevant field

Peer‑reviewed publications

Job description

University of Texas Institute for Geophysics invites applications for its Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowship at UT Austin. This two‑year fellowship offers a $72,000 annual salary, $5,000 discretionary funds for research/travel, and up to $3,000 relocation support.

Start date is immediate with applications due Jan 15, 2027 and decisions by mid‑March 2027. Open to recent PhDs in earth and planetary sciences; applicants should contact UTIG collaborators, prepare research proposals, and submit