TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate

Lubbock

37062BR

Petroleum Engineering

Position Description

Performs specialized Post Doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with PhD studies and the interpretation of the results of publication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

The Hope Group, led by Dr. Qingwang (Kevin) Yuan at Texas Tech University, is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to contribute to the research of carbon-free geologic hydrogen production. The successful candidate will conduct experimental investigations focused on stimulating hydrogen generation from water and iron-rich rock reactions. Responsibilities include designing and executing lab-scale experiments, analyzing data from various analytical techniques, and collaborating on modeling efforts to support experimental design.

• Knowledge of modern research practices, methods, resources, and standards.
• Organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgement based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
• Integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solution and other outcomes.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and and the public.
• Plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed.
• Performs specialized Post Doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research.
• Responsible for interpretation of the results of publication.
• Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project.
• May supervise research and student assistants.

Required Qualifications

PhD in area of project specialization. Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof. Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public. Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates should possess a PhD in STEM with expertise in geochemistry, fluid flow, or rock fracturing, and demonstrate familiarity with batch reactor and/or flow-through experiments. Preference will be given to those with prior experience in natural or stimulated hydrogen generation and a proven track record of high-quality publications.
• Familiar with batch reactor experiments and flow-through experiments.
• Familiar with analytical techniques with the capabilities to interpret results from SEM, TEM, XRD, XRF, Mossbauer spectroscopy, ICP-AES, LA-ICP-MS, etc.
• Candidates with research experience in natural and stimulated hydrogen generation will be given high priority for consideration.
• Track record of high-quality peer-reviewed journals.
• Good communication skills with peers, supervisors, and research community.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

Yes

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Research Statement, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

Yes

Job Group

Research Staff

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.