Job Information
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW in Edinburg, Texas
Position Information
Posting NumberSRGV7666
Working TitlePOSTDOCTORAL FELLOW
Number of Vacancies1
LocationEdinburg, Texas
DepartmentOffice of Research
FTE1
FLSAExempt
Scope of Job
Under limited supervision and with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent
judgment, performs complex research work by assisting in the development, implementation,
and monitoring of specialized research projects. Manages the upkeep, training, and
supervision of specialized research equipment within area of assigned responsibility.
Description of Duties
The following is a listing of typical duties that may be applicable to the position:
Researches how biosignatures are affected by riverine dynamics in extraterrestrial environments, with applications to exploration efforts for Titan and/or Mars.
Determines if chemical or morphological biosignatures altered due to riverine dynamics.
Researches how sedimentary deposition affects biosignature preservation and detectability.
Determines if biosignatures spatially segregated predictably across sedimentary basins, informing current and future space exploration efforts.
Conducts a terrestrial analogy study.
Successfully attends one conference annually, such as Astrobiology Science Conference (AbSciCon) and American Geophysical Union ( AGU ).
Develops, tests, and analyzes research projects based on application expertise and interest.
Aides in the development of a survey instrument, testing the instrument and disseminating the instrument.
Writes narrative summaries of the research results, and related tasks under the supervision of the faculty member assigned.
Conducts background research.
Develops and implements an evaluation plan and preparing progress reports as needed.
Studies, tests, and maintains accurate data identified as relevant and/or best practice systems from research results obtained through national studies.
Designs and implements training activities as required.
Publishes in peer-reviewed publications related to the focus of the research activities assigned.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Supervision Received
General supervision from immediate faculty supervisor.
Supervision Given
None.
Required Education
Ph.D. in Chemistry, Earth or Planetary Sciences, or related disciplines at the time of appointment
Preferred Education
None.
Licenses/Certifications
None.
Required Experience
Expertise with analytical chemistry instrumentation, such as GC/LC-MS, NMR , Raman
Preferred Experience
Experience in conducting research in the field of geomorphology or related fields
Field experience in geochemical, geomorphological, and hydrological surveys for conducting terrestrial analog studies
Experience in mentoring undergraduate and graduate students
Equipment
Use of personal computer and proficiency in software and research statistical applications.
Working Conditions
Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office/research environment; some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Other
This is a trainee position subject to a specific time as agreed to by stakeholders.
Physical Capabilities
N/A
Employment CategoryFull-Time
Minimum SalaryCommensurate with Experience
Posted SalaryCommensurate with Experience
Position Available Date07/05/2024
Grant Funded PositionYes
If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date08/31/2025
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of Birth
Gender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956) 665-2451 and/or careers@utrgv.edu.
Additional Information
UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .
Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/43477
Posting Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Are you a current UTRGV employee?
Yes
No
- Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?
Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions
Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions
No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions
- Please select your highest level of completed education.
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- Please provide the field of study for your education:
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- Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:
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- Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?
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No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Curriculum Vitae
Unofficial Transcripts
Reference Letter 1
Reference Letter 2
Reference Letter 3
Certifications and Licenses
Training Certificates
Other Document
List of 3 References
Unofficial Transcripts 2
Unofficial Transcripts 3
Letter of Interest
Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
Additional Document