Job Title Postdoctoral Research Associate Agency Texas A&M University at Galveston Department Marine Engineering Technology Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Galveston, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values (https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html) which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. Who we are We are the ocean campus of Texas A&M University at College Station. Our employees come from throughout the world, with many different backgrounds, cultures and interests. Aggies by the Sea promote a welcoming and highly productive work environment. We support the university’s goals to recruit and retain a quality workforce and encourage life-long learning practices. We will do our part to assist you in your new position and encourage you to take advantage of training and development opportunities that are available to help you be successful. What we want The postdoctoral researcher will be working on developing hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulations for optimization and control of power systems. The postdoc will assist in writing research proposals, attending regular meetings with the research team, and publishing research articles in high-quality journals. As a postdoctoral researcher, they can perform independent research or collaborate on a multi-scholar research initiative, all while under the general direction of a principal researcher. What you need to know Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience. Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV/Resume section. Required Education and Experience: + Appropriate PhD Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: + Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. + Ability to develop simulation models using Matlab and Python + Excellent writing and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications: + Preferred PhD in engineering, applied mathematics, or computer science. + Previous Postdoctoral experience + Strong familiarity with optimization and control theories. + Extensive experience in power system research. + Experience in performing original research and publishing high-quality research papers. + Experience in assisting proposal writing to funding agencies. + Ability to develop hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulations Responsibilities: + Research - Coordinate and work on the modeling, control, and optimization of on interactive-energy system. + Writing - Prepare and submit reports, papers, and proposals with TAMUG faculty. + Presenting - Prepare and present slides related to research outcomes. Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. 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.