UTIG - Postdoctoral Fellow - Flemings

Job Posting Title:

UTIG - Postdoctoral Fellow - Flemings

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Hiring Department:

Institute for Geophysics

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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, 2027

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Location:

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Note:

The Institute for Geophysics at The University of Texas at Austin (UTIG) invites applications for a postdoctoral research position to study methane hydrates in geological systems.  UTIG is one of the three research units of the Jackson School of Geosciences at the University of Texas at Austin. Scientists and students at UTIG conduct expeditionary research in Earth Science in all parts of the world, and are also involved in planetary missions and climate modeling. These research projects produce large data sets and require computational analysis and visualization.

Your skills will make a difference. 

You will be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. You will be part of an international effort at the forefront of advancing the energy transition. You will be part of a vibrant university experience that interweaves students, engineering and support staff and senior scientists. You will be part of a team, launching young people on their careers and advancing fundamental and applied science. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including: 

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%) 

• ​Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options 

• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays 

• Hybrid work schedule

• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 7.75% employer matching funds 

• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 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 conference opportunities 

• Tuition assistance 

• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets 

• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card 

• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card 

For more details, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits and https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards

PURPOSE

The candidate will be part of a research team composed of geoscientists and engineers analyzing the material behavior of both hydrate-bearing porous media and permafrost. This individual will help define the experimental direction of the Pressure Core Center at The University of Texas at Austin. We look for a creative individual with a knack for experimental analysis and a passion for quantitative analysis of flow and geomechanics of ice-bearing systems. This position is for one year and potential second year extension with satisfactory progress. For more information, please go to: https://ig.utexas.edu/energy/genesis-of-methane-hydrate-in-coarse-grained-systems/

RESPONSIBILITIES

• This individual will explore the petrophysical state and evolution of hydrate reservoirs and permafrost through geomechanical and/or geochemical analysis of conventional and pressurized core samples.

• Work collaboratively with scientists from a multi-disciplinary team composed of geoscientists and engineers from the University of Texas, Sandia, NETL, USGS, and other international institutions.

• Present results to the scientific community and broader public.

• Publish results in peer-reviewed journals.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified individuals should have a Ph.D. in Geosciences, Petroleum Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field at the time of appointment.

PERFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to perform independent laboratory research and collaborate effectively. Experience in high pressure equipment and experimental analysis. Passion for quantitative analysis of geomechanical properties and ability and enthusiasm to be part of a multi-disciplinary effort.

SALARY RANGE

$72,000