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Texas A&M University · 2 days ago

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$72K/yr - $80K/yr

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. The Institute for a Disaster Resilient Texas is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to contribute to cutting-edge research focused on disaster resilience and coastal engineering.

Higher Education

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Research- Under general supervision, the post-doctoral researcher is responsible for conducting research and project tasks related to their (or adjacent) field of expertise. This will include data collection, analysis of research data and result summaries. Research and project tasks can cover a range of topics including: Coastal hydrodynamic and morpho dynamic numerical modeling. Field data collection and analysis of nearshore dynamics. Design and analysis of flood control infrastructure. Nature-based flood mitigation solutions. Flood risk and hazard analytics. Watershed and floodplain assessment. Flood forecasting and warning systems

Mentoring- Assist, mentor, and/or supervise student researchers and/or graduate students who are working on related research or project efforts

Presentations / Publications- Present research outcomes to small and/or large groups. Actively participate in the preparation of required technical progress reports to research sponsors. Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences

Qualification

PhD in EngineeringCoastal Numerical ModelingField Data CollectionCoastal Sediment TransportHydraulic EngineeringProgramming PythonProgramming MatlabProgramming RGIS Software (ArcPro)Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsActive Listening

Required

Doctoral (PhD) degree in Civil, Ocean, Mechanical Engineering or related field with a focus on Coastal Systems, Geotechnical Challenges, Coastal Numerical Modeling, Nearshore Field Data Collection, Hydraulic Engineering, or similar expertise

Proficiency and experience in coastal numerical modeling tools such as circulation, flooding, wave and morphodynamic models AND/OR proficiency and experience in coastal field data collection and analysis

Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing

Ability to positively and professionally interact with clients and staff

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Working knowledge of office software and instructional programs

Skilled in utilizing various learning and active listening strategies

Ability to orally comprehend and express information and use inductive and deductive reasoning

Ability to positively and professionally interact with clients and staff, groups of various sizes

Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others

Preferred

Good understanding of coastal sediment transport dynamics

Knowledge and experience in inland and coastal floodplain/watershed hydrodynamics

Hydraulics of flood control and storm surge suppression structures (e.g., culverts, pump stations, detention basins, hydraulic gates, surge barriers)

Experience with field data collection methods such as in-situ infiltration sampling, topographic and bathymetric surveying, acoustic and piezo-electric instruments for current and wave measurements

Proficiency in programming languages and data analysis tools such as Python, Matlab, and R

Proficiency in GIS software (e.g., ESRI ArcPro)

Strong written, oral, and visual communication skills

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, life 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

Automatically 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

Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

Company

Texas A&M University

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Texas A&M University has a proud history that stretches back to 1876 when The Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas became the first public institution of higher learning in the state of Texas.

Founded in 1876

College Station, TX, US

10001+ employees

https://tamu.edu

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