Research Associate

Job Title

Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Physics And Astronomy

Proposed Minimum Salary

$15.00 hourly

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 & lived experiences.  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 Physics and Astronomy is home to internationally leading research in applied physics, astronomy, atomic physics, quantum optics, condensed matter physics, high energy physics, nuclear physics, and related areas. We offer our students a variety of graduate and undergraduate degree options.  Many more students from all disciplines receive basic training in sciences in our state-of-art teaching facilities. Our department is committed to giving back to society through our extensive outreach program.

What We Want

The Research Associate will perform analyses of x-ray imaging of galaxy clusters. In addition, they will prepare and publish data. This position will be responsbile for research in x-ray astronomy. If this job description sounds interesting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity.

 

What You Need to Know

Starting Salary: $15 per hour

Position Logisitics: This is a part-time position with 15 hours a week designed for work. In addition, the duration for this position is only one year.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field

• Two years’ astronomical data analysis experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Python coding, LINUX or MacOS terminal usage

• Strong familiarity with astronomical databases

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Experience with astronomical database mining and stellar data analysis

• Experience writing and reviewing astronomical publications in peer-reviewed journals

• Experience with presenting at onferences

Responsibilities:

• Analysis: Perform analyses of x-ray imaging of galaxy clusters; prepare and publish data

• Group Support: Join group meetings, seminars, colloquia, and mentoring sessions and perform 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 & lived experiences.  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

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. 

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.