Postdoctoral Research Associate

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

Postdoctoral Research Associate will work with Dr. Alexandr Chernyavskiy, performing research in Applied Mathematics and teaching one course per semester in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at TAMUCC.

DESCRIPTION

Functional Area 1: Research

Percent Effort: 70%

Job Duties

• Performing research in Applied Mathematics
  
• Dissemination of results in quality academic publications
  
• Presenting results at national and international conferences
  

Functional Area 2: Teaching

Percent Effort: 20%

Job Duties

• 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.
  

Functional Area 3: Support

Percent Effort: 10%

Job Duties

• Participate in department committees
  
• Perform other duties as assigned
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD in Mathematics, or closely related field
  
• Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc)
  
• Independent, self-motivated, and well organized.
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and be a team player.
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in coordinating/ managing research projects.
  
• Teaching experience in a university setting.
  
• Knowledge of modern teaching and learning techniques.
  
• Evidence of ability to work and collaborate effectively within a community.
  
• Experience with some of the following topics:
  
  • Existence and stability of nonlinear waves
    
  • Periodic and traveling waves
    
  • Numerical methods
    
  • Variational methods
    

Note: Funding is temporary. This is a two-year position.

SALARY: $4,166.67 approx. monthly ($50,000 approx. annually)

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package 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

• 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
  

On-campus wellness opportunities

Dual Career Partner Program

Work Life Solutions:

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

Tuition Benefits:

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

Retirement

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
  
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
  

Time Off:

• 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.


To apply, visit https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TAMUCC_External/job/Corpus-Christi-TX/Postdoctoral-Research-Associate_R-079939



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