Postdoctoral Scholar Pool - Department of Engineering Technology

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Postdoctoral Scholar Pool - Department of Engineering Technology

Position Title Postdoctoral Scholar Pool - Department of Engineering Technology

The Department of Engineering Technology seeks to develop a pool of candidates for postdoctoral scholars (post-doc) positions.

A post-doc is a professional appointment designed to provide recent doctoral degree recipients with an opportunity to gain experiences and skills that will advance their careers. A post-doc works under the supervision and sponsorship of a regular faculty member, who serves as a mentor to the post-doc, and it is expected that the faculty sponsor will provide an orientation and development plan for the post-doc, impart the realities and variety of careers available to the post-doc, and encourage learning opportunities to broaden the post-doc's aspirations and experiences.

The appointment involves substantial and full-time commitment to research, scholarship, teaching, or other professional activities. Eligibility for annual reappointment is contingent upon satisfactory annual performance evaluations during the term period, in addition to continuity of funding and departmental / school need. For more information, please visit Postdoctoral Scholar Appointments, AA / PPS No. 04.01.24 (7.21).

This posting is not intended to convey that such a need currently exists. Applicants applying for a pool position will be available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case the need arises.

Required Qualifications

Recently awarded a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in a discipline relevant to those comprising the department.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous teaching experience is preferred.

Application Procedures

The Department of Engineering Technology will accept applications from qualified applicants on a continual basis. Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered

Interested individuals should submit a current CV, letter of interest outlining specific academic and professional experiences relevant for a postdoc research appointment, statement of research interests, unofficial transcripts, and two letters of recommendation. As part of our application process, we are requesting contact information for three (3) academic references who can provide information about the applicant's research skills and experiences. Please provide the names and email addresses for your academic references in the Reference Letter section of the employment application.

The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from the highest degree granting institution.

Type of Position

Type of Position Full-Time

Proposed Start Date

Proposed Start Date FY26

Posting Date

Posting Date 07 / 17 / 2025

Review Date

Review Date 08 / 31 / 2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled? Yes

Legal Notices

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks / cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation

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Record Checks and Verifications

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment

Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities : Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing student population for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.

Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.

• Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
• Letter of Recommendation #1
• Letter of Recommendation #2
• Statement of Research Interests

Curriculum Vitae

Cover Letter

Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)

Letter of Recommendation #1

Letter of Recommendation #2

Statement of Research Interests

Supplemental Questions

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