Postdoctoral Research Associate - SciML Lab

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate - SciML Lab

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Texas A&M Institute of Data Science

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Here is a Glimpse of the Job

The Texas A&M Institute of Data Science (TAMIDS) is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate for the Scientific Machine Learning (SciML) Lab. The successful candidate will work at the interface of artificial intelligence and scientific computation, developing physics-informed machine learning methods and applying them in various cutting-edge engineering and scientific projects with researchers from various related disciplines affiliated with TAMIDS. The preferred candidate will have a strong academic or industrial background in the machine learning and scientific computation areas. Having experience in foundational disciplines in engineering and science is a plus. We seek to hire a team player who will promote collaboration and cooperation while working within a team.

The Department

The Texas A&M Institute of Data Science (TAMIDS) pursues new approaches to data science research, education, operations, and partnerships. These approaches cross college boundaries to connect elements of Data Science from engineering, technology, science, and the humanities and inform wider social challenges. In partnership with over 200 research affiliates from across The Texas A&M University System, work being done by TAMIDS is shaping the future of Data Science research. To learn more, visit https://tamids.tamu.edu/ .

What You Need to Know

• We strongly recommend a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

• Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Appropriate PhD, such as in computer science, electrical engineering, statistics, mathematics, or similar discipline related to Data Science is preferred.

• Experience in foundational disciplines in or related to Science is preferred.

• Strong programming skills, including use of Python/TensorFlow/Keras are preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Group Research - Undertakes original high-quality research within the research group in the area of machine learning with graph data, in line with objectives agreed upon appointment and reviewed periodically. Produces publications, conference papers and other research outputs, according to agreed objectives, and attends and presents research findings at appropriate conferences and meetings. Attends internal and external seminars, conferences and workshops aimed at sharing research outcomes, building interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside group, and mutual education.

• TAMIDS Engagement - Delivers short expository courses on personal and group research and/or provides consultancy on their usage to other researchers. Assists with the mentoring of research students in the group and/or interdisciplinary student team Data Science projects.

Why Texas A&M University? 

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.

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. In addition, you have access to many benefits and perks, such as: -

• 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
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas  
• Free exercise programs and release time for health and wellness programs
• All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning  training programs, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more 
• Educational release time and tuition assistance  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.