Postdoctoral Fellow

The University of Texas at Austin • Austin, UT

13d • $72,000 - $72,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Jackson School of Geosciences at the University of Texas at Austin invites applications for two separate, but complementary postdoctoral fellowship programs: (1) The University of Texas Institute for Geophysics (UTIG) Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowship (2) The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (EPS) Excellence in Earth & Planetary Sciences Postdoctoral Fellowship These highly competitive institutional awards are open to recent doctorates (degree within the past 5 years) in Earth, atmospheric, oceanic, cryospheric and planetary sciences or allied fields. Appointments are for two years, contingent upon performance. Prior to applying, prospective applicants are expected to identify and contact potential collaborators and mentors in UTIG and EPS to discuss research interests and explore opportunities for collaboration. Recipients of this fellowship will join a vibrant community of postdocs, students and faculty where they are expected to pursue self-directed research in any scientific subfield. Successful applicants may take up residence as early as May 1, 2026. Salary is $72,000 per year and appointees are eligible for benefits; the appointment also comes with discretionary funds of $5,000 for research and travel expenses, as well as one-time relocation expenses of up to $3,000. For full consideration, applications must be received by January 16, 2026. Detailed information, including application instructions and requirements, can be found here: https://www.jsg.utexas.edu/people/postdoctoral-fellows-programs/unit-level-postdoctoral-fellowships/. For questions on these positions, please contact Dr. Chenguang Sun at [email protected] (EPS Program) or Dr. Duncan Young at [email protected] (UTIG Program).

Requirements

• PhD in a relevant field (Earth, atmospheric, oceanic, and planetary sciences, or allied disciplines) must have been received within three years from the start date of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to perform independent research as well as collaborate effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research in any field that aligns with or expands upon our existing research initiatives in the department or the institute.
• Collaboration and mentorship are vital aspects of this position, and applicants must identify potential mentors and research groups within the department or the institute.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees