Postdoctoral Research Associate

Texas A&M University, United States

Updated: about 23 hours ago
Location: Corpus Christi, TEXAS
Job Type: FullTime

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

College of Engineering - ENGR

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.

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PURPOSE

Fostering advanced research, innovation, and collaboration for sustainable manufacturing using operations research and machine learning. Facilitating the preparation of proposals for new grants and ensuring compliance with the requirements of granted projects.

DESCRIPTION

Functional Area 1: Research

Percent Effort: 70%

Job Duties

  • Developing decision support tools using system modeling, optimization, and machine learning (especially reinforcement learning) for applications of smart and sustainable manufacturing.

  • Prepare research papers for journals and conferences.

  • Data organization and management

  • Data analyses

  • Data dissemination

  • Pursue research in the lab and field.

  • Keep up with current and appropriate literature.

Functional Area 2: Proposal Preparing and Program Management

Percent Effort: 30%

Job Duties

  • Working closely with Dr. Yun and assisting in preparing grant proposals.

  • Writing reports for funding agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Ph.D. (or expected completion by Fall 2024) in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

  • Strong mathematical background, including expertise in optimization, probability, statistics, and machine learning (especially reinforcement learning).

  • Prior experience working with data and system modeling, familiarity with at least one programming environment (e.g., MATLAB, Python, R)

NOTE:

  • Interested candidates should provide the following:

  • Cover Letter

  • CV

  • 3-5 professional references

  • Related published work

SALARY: $5,000 monthly ($60,000 Approx. annually)

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

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.

Insurance

  • Medical

    • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

    • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

      • Employee and Spouse

      • Employee and Children

      • Employee and Family coverage

  • Dental & Vision

  • Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

On-campus wellness opportunities

Work Life Solutions:

  • Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

  • Public Loan Forgiveness

  • Book scholarships

  • 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement

  • Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

  • Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off:

  • 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

  • 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

  • 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

  • 12-15 paid holidays each year.

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.