Postdoctoral Researcher (Icy Ocean World Interiors)
The University of Texas at AustinAustin, Texas, United States
Posted December 4, 2025
65000 - 65000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Job Description
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to contribute to ongoing work to better understand the interiors of icy ocean worlds, particularly the structure and dynamics of their icy shells. The successful candidate will work primarily with Dr. Douglas Hemingway and have opportunities to collaborate with other researchers at UTIG, across the Jackson School of Geosciences, and across the wider UT campus.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in planetary science, physics, astronomy, geophysics, or a related field, completed within the last three years.
- Strong background in mathematics and programming (Matlab or similar preferred).
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative working mindset.
- Strong publication record in closely related research topics.
Benefits
- Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%)
- Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
- Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
- Hybrid work schedule
- Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
- Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
- Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
- Tuition assistance
- Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
- Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
- Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
