Post-Doctoral Researcher, Department of Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering, Cockrell School o

Post-Doctoral Researcher, Department of Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering, Cockrell School of Engineering

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

Hiring Department:
Hildebrand Department of Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering

This is a temporary training position that may be renewed annually, for a maximum of five years, based upon performance review, progress towards research goals, and continuation of funding.

As a top‑10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas, the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest number of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world‑changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care.

Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Cockrell School embodies the city’s innovative spirit.

• Conduct computational and experimental research on electromagnetic properties of rocks
• Develop methods for reliable interpretation of electromagnetic measurements in porous media
• Publish research papers
• Interact with multidisciplinary team members
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Ph.D. in physics, engineering, geophysics, or any geoscience related major received by the time of joining UT Austin as postdoctoral researcher
• Ph.D. must have been earned within the past three years
• Knowledgeable in numerical methods and proficient in at least one computer programming language
• Knowledgeable in electrical properties of heterogeneous materials
• Experience in experimental work
• At least three peer‑reviewed publications either published or under review
• Demonstrate good communication skills and teamwork

• Three years of experience in conducting experimental research in electromagnetic properties of rocks

$53,460 + depending on qualifications

• May work around chemical fumes
• May work around biohazards
• May work around chemicals
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

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.