Geothermal Postdoctoral Fellow

Job Posting Title :

Geothermal Postdoctoral Fellow

Hiring Department :

John A and Katherine G Jackson School of Geosciences

Position Open To : All Applicants

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours :

FLSA Status : Exempt

Exempt

Earliest Start Date :

Immediately

Position Duration :

Expected to Continue Until May 20, 2025

Location :

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Job Details : General Notes

General Notes

This is a position at the J.J. Pickle Research Campus in North Austin

Purpose

The position will work on multiple current fundings exploring geothermal resources, reservoir modeling, geothermal data analysis and machine learning implementation, and techno-economics.

Responsibilities

• Research
• Writing
• Proposal Development
• Various other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

The ideal candidate must have :

Ph.D. in earth sciences or engineering with research experience in geothermal energy.

Proven capacity for innovative, creative scientific analysis

Excellent data management skills

Proven publication skills and verbal communication skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and professional demeanor

Ability to work both independently and effectively in a group

Ability to work effectively with multiple disciplines, including geophysics and engineering

Ph.D. must have been received within three years from date of hire

Preferred Qualifications

Expertise in reservoir modeling, developing various machine learning models, and techno-economics. Experience in coding in Python / Julia, or similar languages and industry-standard reservoir simulators.

Geothermal field project experience, either in industry or academia.

Salary Range

$65,000+ depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

May work in all weather conditions

May work in extreme temperatures

May work around standard office conditions

May work around chemicals

May work around electrical and mechanical hazards

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Use of manual dexterity

Climbing of stairs

Climbing of ladders

Lifting and moving

Occasional weekend, overtime, and evening work to meet deadlines

Fieldwork as necessary

Required Materials

Resume / CV

3 work references with their contact information

Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility :

Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Retirement Plan Eligibility :

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks :

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer :

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer ,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.

The University 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 in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification :

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.

Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify :

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Compliance :

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If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting.

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206, Austin, Texas 78701.