Postdoctoral Researcher

Job title:

Postdoctoral Researcher

Company

Texas A&M University

Job description

Job Title Postdoctoral ResearcherAgency Texas A&M EngineeringDepartment Nuclear EngineeringProposed Minimum Salary CommensurateJob Location College Station, TexasJob Type StaffJob DescriptionPurposeThe Scientific Machine Learning for Advanced Reactor Technology (SMART) Lab at the Texas A&M Department of Nuclear Engineering is inviting applications for a postdoctoral researcher position. We offer an innovative and collaborative environment where the successful candidate will join a team of highly motivated students engaged in pioneering research. Our projects sit at the nexus of AI agents, digital twins, physics-informed machine learning, and their application in nuclear power engineering.Responsibilities:

• Facilitate the development of a thermal-fluid demonstration facility that leverages digital twin technology for autonomous control and flexible operation.
• Co-mentor graduate students.
• Compile and prepare reports, manuscripts, and conference presentations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What we need:

• Doctoral Degree

What is helpful:

• Comprehensive expertise in the design, operation, and control of thermal-fluid systems, as well as AI/ML.
• A robust portfolio of peer-reviewed publications in relevant fields is highly desirable.

Knowledge, skills, & Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills, both in writing and speaking, with a proven ability to engage effectively in a multidisciplinary team setting.

Work Location:

• Main Campus – College Station, TX.
• Some positions may have potential for a flexible work schedule or location.

About Nuclear EngineeringTexas A&M University’s Nuclear Engineering Department strives to serve the state, nation and global community by nurturing nuclear engineering professionals and leaders to meet the complex challenges associated with the peaceful uses of nuclear energy and enhancing global security. Our program is ranked second nationally among graduate programs amongst public universities.Texas A&M Engineering provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• Competitive health benefits.
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance options.
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS), a defined benefit retirement plan with 8% employer contribution.
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness program release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.

Helpful Applicant InformationRequired Materials for Application:

• Resume/CV
• Three work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor/former supervisor.
• Letter of interest

Compensation Philosophy:

• Recruit and retain high-performing workforce through competitive compensation and career development including career pathing, coaching and skills development.
• Offer total rewards, flexible benefits, professional development, performance recognition and work-life balance.
• Ensure resources are readily available and utilized to attract and retain the highest quality researchers, faculty, and staff.

Employment Eligibility Verification

• If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in delay of start date.

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.

Expected salary

Location

College Station, TX

Job date

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 07:56:22 GMT

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