Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

College of Engineering - Civil Engineering

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

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PURPOSE

• We are seeking a motivated postdoc to join our dedicated team at Hart Institution and the Civil Engineering Department at Texas A&M University in Corpus Christi.

DESCRIPTION

• Perform research projects experimentally and analytically: Design materials that effectively increase carbon sequestration in restored oyster reefs. Additionally, the research will encompass various restoration-related topics, such as oyster reef living shorelines for erosion reduction, developing materials suitable for rebuilding scrupled reefs, and 3D printing cementitious materials with low CO2 emissions.
• Write manuscripts for publication.
• Prepare grant proposals.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Doctoral degree in Civil, Ocean, Mechanical Engineering, or related.
• Knowledge in engineering, marine science, habitat restoration, cement-based materials optimization, geopolymer materials, 3D materials application, analyzing CO2 capture and sequestration, and optimizing the testing and field application of regolith concrete, materials rheological evaluation or related fields.
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment. Fieldwork, laboratory experiments, statistical analysis, and scientific writing experience are essential.

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.