The University of Texas at Austin
Postdoctoral Fellow, Nuclear Engineering Teaching Lab, Cockrell School of Engine
The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Postdoctoral Fellow, Nuclear Engineering Teaching Lab, Cockrell School of Engineering
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Postdoctoral Fellow
position in the Cockrell School of Engineering at
The University of Texas at Austin .
Position Details
Hiring Department: Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering
Position Open To: All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
FLSA Status: Exempt
Earliest Start Date: Immediately
Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS
Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Sep 01, 2024
Purpose The Postdoctoral Fellow will conduct research in the Department of Mechanical Engineering in the area of mobile manipulation for handling material in nuclear and/or hazardous environments.
Responsibilities
Carry out research in applied robotics for use in extreme environments, especially nuclear, oil & gas, and military applications.
Co-author peer‑reviewed research.
Collaborate with group members and the Principal Investigator to define specific research scopes.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field received within the past three (3) years, with research related to robotics or software for complex systems. Experience preparing proposals and peer‑reviewed technical papers. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and sponsors.
Preferred Qualifications None.
Salary Range $70,000 + depending on qualifications.
Working Conditions
May work in an academic research environment
May work in a laboratory environment
May work in field environments
May work with large robotic systems or autonomous vehicles
Occasional work with hazardous materials (chemical, cryogenics, compressed gas, and radioactive materials)
May work around standard office conditions
Use of manual dexterity
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with contact information (at least one supervisor reference)
Letter of interest
Important for Applicants Who Are Not Current University Employees or Contingent Workers You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply. Subsequent applications allow uploading new resumes and additional materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) via the Application Questions section. Ensure all required materials are uploaded before submission; changes cannot be made afterward.
Important for Current University Employees and Contingent Workers Current employees must apply through Workday via Find UT Jobs, updating their Professional Profile before applying. The application will be one page prompting resume upload, followed by questions to upload additional required materials.
Employment Eligibility Please ensure you meet all required qualifications and can perform all essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Retirement Plan Eligibility The retirement plan is the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS). Eligibility requires at least 20 hours weekly and 135 days in length. Optional Retirement Program (ORP) applies to 40‑hour positions with 135 days.
Background Checks A criminal history background check will be required for finalists under consideration.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We comply with all relevant federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.
Pay Transparency The University will not discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about pay. Employees with access to compensation information must comply with disclosure rules.
Employment Eligibility Verification Hired employees must complete the federal I‑9 form and present original documents proving identity and authorization to work in the U.S. by day three of employment.
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Compliance Employees may be required to report violations of Title IX and the Clery Act. All prospective employees are notified of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report.
Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Texas at Austin is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status.
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Postdoctoral Fellow
position in the Cockrell School of Engineering at
The University of Texas at Austin .
Position Details
Hiring Department: Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering
Position Open To: All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
FLSA Status: Exempt
Earliest Start Date: Immediately
Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS
Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Sep 01, 2024
Purpose The Postdoctoral Fellow will conduct research in the Department of Mechanical Engineering in the area of mobile manipulation for handling material in nuclear and/or hazardous environments.
Responsibilities
Carry out research in applied robotics for use in extreme environments, especially nuclear, oil & gas, and military applications.
Co-author peer‑reviewed research.
Collaborate with group members and the Principal Investigator to define specific research scopes.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field received within the past three (3) years, with research related to robotics or software for complex systems. Experience preparing proposals and peer‑reviewed technical papers. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and sponsors.
Preferred Qualifications None.
Salary Range $70,000 + depending on qualifications.
Working Conditions
May work in an academic research environment
May work in a laboratory environment
May work in field environments
May work with large robotic systems or autonomous vehicles
Occasional work with hazardous materials (chemical, cryogenics, compressed gas, and radioactive materials)
May work around standard office conditions
Use of manual dexterity
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with contact information (at least one supervisor reference)
Letter of interest
Important for Applicants Who Are Not Current University Employees or Contingent Workers You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply. Subsequent applications allow uploading new resumes and additional materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) via the Application Questions section. Ensure all required materials are uploaded before submission; changes cannot be made afterward.
Important for Current University Employees and Contingent Workers Current employees must apply through Workday via Find UT Jobs, updating their Professional Profile before applying. The application will be one page prompting resume upload, followed by questions to upload additional required materials.
Employment Eligibility Please ensure you meet all required qualifications and can perform all essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Retirement Plan Eligibility The retirement plan is the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS). Eligibility requires at least 20 hours weekly and 135 days in length. Optional Retirement Program (ORP) applies to 40‑hour positions with 135 days.
Background Checks A criminal history background check will be required for finalists under consideration.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We comply with all relevant federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.
Pay Transparency The University will not discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about pay. Employees with access to compensation information must comply with disclosure rules.
Employment Eligibility Verification Hired employees must complete the federal I‑9 form and present original documents proving identity and authorization to work in the U.S. by day three of employment.
E‑Verify
E‑Verify Poster (English) [PDF]
E‑Verify Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Right To Work Poster (English) [PDF]
Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Compliance Employees may be required to report violations of Title IX and the Clery Act. All prospective employees are notified of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report.
Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Texas at Austin is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status.
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