Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Mathematics

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment    

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.   

Who We Are

The Department of Mathematics within the College of Arts of Sciences plays a fundamental role in any area of human activity, from purely scientific enterprises to the financial and business world. The analytical and quantitative skills acquired with rigorous mathematical training provide various career opportunities, including jobs in academia, industry and government labs, actuarial companies, the financial market, high-tech and computer-security companies, conservation and environmental agencies, energy, and many others. To learn more about us, please visit our website at https://artsci.tamu.edu/mathematics/index.html     

What We Want
The Postdoctoral Research Associate will work under the direction of Professor Jean-Luc Guermond to coordinate and analyze research pertaining to the topic of magnetohydrodynamics flow. If the description sounds exciting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity to join our team.
 

What You Need to Know
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate’s education and experience.

Required Education and Experience: 

• Appropriate Ph.D. in Physics or related field

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of TAMU systems and processes for research

• Ability to organize work effectively and prioritize objectives with a high level of discretion and independent judgment and initiative

• Knowledge of numerical and mathematical analysis.

• Ability to collaboratively and cooperatively work in research with others

• Interpersonal and communication skills

• Planning and organization skills.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• More than six months of research assistant experience with Texas A&M University systems

Responsibilities:

• RESEARCH: Coordinates the scheduling of mathematics research on magnetohydrodynamics flow. Works under direction of the professor overseeing the research project. Develops procedures, monitors timelines, and identifies issues. Publish results through professional outlets.

• REPORTING: Prepares reports and database queries on select Texas A&M systems pertaining to research conducted about magnetohydrodynamics flow and

• performs other duties as assigned.

Why Texas A&M University? 

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• Health , dental , vision , life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays 

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave  and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more 

• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time   for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

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