Job Description
Job Title Postdoctoral Research Associate
Agency Texas A&M University
Department Physics And Astronomy
Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate
Job Location College Station, Texas
Job Type Staff
Job Description Here's a Glimpse of the Job The
Postdoctoral Research Associate will lead research on dark matter, neutrinos, gamma rays, and the search for new physics using astroparticle and terrestrial data. In addition to conducting high-impact research, the role includes analyzing complex datasets and presenting results at major conferences, organizing workshops and seminars to foster collaboration, and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.
Opportunities to Contribute - Work on research projects in dark matter, neutrinos, gamma rays and searches for new physics using astroparticle and terrestrial data.
- Analyze data and present results at conferences.
- Organize workshops and seminars.
- Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
Qualifications A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess: - Prior research experience in theoretical high energy physics.
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate's education and experience.
Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
What you need to do Apply! Submitting a cover letter, resume'/CV to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
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.
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.
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.
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, 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
- 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
- Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
- Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
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 prepopulate 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.
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