Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Mechanical Engineering

Job Posting Title:

Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Mechanical Engineering

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Hiring Department:

Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2028

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Location:

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

As a top-10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas, the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest number of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Cockrell School embodies the city’s innovative spirit. Major companies with Austin campuses, such as Dell, National Instruments, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google and many others, continue to recruit Cockrell School students at a remarkable rate, launching thousands of successful careers and developing Texas Engineers into industry leaders.

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage

• Retirement contributions

• Paid vacation and sick time

• Paid holidays

• Please visit our Human Resources website (https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits) to learn more about the total benefits offered.

Purpose

The Department of Mechanical Engineering is looking to hire a Postdoctoral fellow in the field of micro-fabrication and nano-fluidics for potential applications in biotechnology.

Each postdoctoral position is considered a temporary training position that may be renewed annually, based upon performance review, progress towards research goals, and the continuation of funding. Position expected to continue until 8/31/2028.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and lead applied and fundamental research in the areas of micro-fabrication and nano-fluidics for potential applications in biotechnology.

• The position is responsible for preparing high-quality scholarly publications, presentations, and research reports, as well as attending relevant meetings, workshops, and conferences as necessary.

• Participate in departmental grant-writing efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering or science discipline received within the last three years.

• Track record of academic excellence and scholarly work.

• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team, and strong communications and presentation skills.

• Working knowledge in the field of micro-fabrication and nano-fluidics for potential applications in biotechnology.

• Prior experience with material characterization and instrumentation is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with material characterization and instrumentation is preferred.

Salary Range

$61,093 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions

• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

• 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, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additi