Postdoctoral Fellow, TMI- RFCL
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Education / Teaching
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Job Posting
Title:
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Hiring Department:
Division of Textiles and Apparel----
Position Open To:
All Applicants----
Weekly Scheduled
Hours:
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FLSA Status:
Exempt----
Earliest
Start Date:
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Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Nov 01, 2026----
Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS----
Job Details:
General Notes
Welcome to The University of Texas at Austin-one of the top universities in the world and a leader in postdoctoral research,scholarshipand education.
Morethan 700 postdoctoral scholars, fellows and researchers across campus are vital contributors to the mission of the University. As a postdoctoral fellow at UT Austin, you will help drive innovation by bringing new techniques,ideasand solutions through your research and by partnering with local communities,government and industry.
You will also advance the University's teaching mission by working closely with undergraduate and graduate students and serving as team leaders and mentors.
Purpose
The University of Texas at Austin Renewable Fiber and Composite Laboratory (RFCL) is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to work on a research project for developing wet-spun bio-functional fiber in medical applications.
The appointment begins February 2026.
Responsibilities
Design and implement wet-spinning processes to produce multicomponent fibers
Conduct mechanical, thermal, biological, and image analyses of experimental fibers
Prepare and compose research manuscripts for publication
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Fiber/Textile Science and Engineering, or a related field in Polymer Material Science and Engineering earned within the last 3 years.
Hands-on experience with microfluidic spinning technology
Strong record of research publications in peer-reviewed journals
Salary Range
$61,093/annually
Working Conditions
- May work around standard office conditions
- Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
- Use of manual dexterity
Required Materials
- Resume/CV
- 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Letter of interest
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Employment Eligibility:
Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.----
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.----
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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Equal Opportunity
Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and 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 in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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