Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

College of Science - Math/Statistics Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

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PURPOSE

We are looking for a qualified researcher with interests in various applied mathematical models, particularly arising from solid/fluid mechanics, biostatistics, and opinion dynamics, as well as numerical methods for partial differential equations, especially finite element methods, both theory and implementation. A successful candidate will work in the topics of interests, which include: (1) solid-state sintering; (2) multi-component flows; in both topics, emphasis is on studying regularized phase-field models; (3) porous media flows, modeling and computations; (4) modeling of cancer development and treatment; (5) opinion dynamics.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Research: 70%

• Perform analysis of the applied mathematical models.

• Implement parallel finite element code and

• Work on submitting papers.

  Teaching: 25%

• Perform teaching duties assigned by the Chair of the department.

• Delivering lectures and teaching materials that suit Applied Mathematics curriculum

• Grading assignments, quizzes, exams

• Holding office hours

• Support and promote academic missions of Applied Mathematics in general.

  Other: 5%

• Perform other duties as assigned

  QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics or related field.

• Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc)

• Intermediate skills using LaTex

• Basic programming experience

• Independent, self-motivated, and well-organized

• Good verbal and written communication skills

  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Documented research record in the area of applied and computational mathematics

• Proficient in programming languages like C++ or python

• Ability to work with various faculty members, undergraduate and graduate students.

• Experience in coordinating/ managing research projects.

• Teaching experience in a university setting.

• Knowledge of modern teaching and learning techniques.

  SALARY: $4,166.67 Monthly ($50,000.00 Annual, Approximately)

• NOTE: This is a two-year position.

  BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

  From our generous benefits package (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/index.php) and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

  INSURANCE: (https://assets.system.tamus.edu/files/benefits/website/BenefitsGuide.pdf)

• Medical

• $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

• Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

• Employee and Spouse

• Employee and Children

• Employee and Family coverage

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

  DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/careers/dual-career-partner/index.php)

  ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES

  Work Life Solutions: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/eap.php)

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

  Tuition Benefits: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/tuition/index.php)

• Public Loan Forgiveness

• Book scholarships

• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

  Retirement (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/retirement-programs.php) :

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

  Time Off (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/time-off/index.php) :

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.