Postdoctoral Researcher

Job Title

Postdoctoral Researcher

Agency

Texas A&M Engineering

Department

Engineering Technology

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Why work for Texas A&M Engineering?

Engineering has been part of Texas A&M University since its opening in 1876 as the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas. Today, the College of Engineering is the largest college on the College Station campus with more than 25,000 engineering students enrolled in 15 departments. Its mission is to serve Texas, the nation and the global community by providing engineering graduates who are well-founded in engineering fundamentals, instilled with the highest standards of professional and ethical behavior, and prepared to meet the complex technical challenges of society.

As the research arm of Engineering, the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) is a state agency within the Texas A&M University System with a mission to improve lives through basic and applied engineering research, workforce development and technology transition. Our collaborations with industry, academia and government provide cutting-edge solutions to global technical challenges.

We are deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce that embraces our core values of Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Service, by offering competitive salaries, an array of benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education, research, and public service.

Purpose:

The iSTAR Lab is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to lead advanced research at one or a combination of the following areas: Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS), Trustworthy AI, cybersecurity, and Next-Generation Networks. The successful candidate will work on federally funded projects (e.g., NSF, DHS, or DoD) focused on developing resilient-by-design architectures for critical infrastructure and autonomous systems.

Responsibilities:

• Research Leadership: Design and implement novel methods within the research directions of the lab and areas of the candidate expertise. 
• Grant Development: Assist PI in identifying funding opportunities and drafting technical proposals for federal and industrial sponsors.
• Publication & Dissemination: Lead the authoring of high-impact journal articles (IEEE, ACM) and present research findings at flagship conferences.
• Mentorship: Co-supervise Ph.D. and Master’s students, providing technical guidance on theoretical frameworks, experimental setups and theoretical proofs.
• Testbed Development and Management: Oversee the development, management and utilization of lab testbeds, including smart grid co-simulations, CPS robotics, Software Defined Radios (SDRs), Industrial Control Systems (ICS), etc.
• Collaboration: Coordinate with the lab partners outside of Texas A&M and across the Texas A&M system, including Global Cyber Research Institute (GCRI), and Texas A&M Institute of Data Science, and Smart Grid Center, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What we need:

• PHD Degree

What is helpful:

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
• Strong background in cybersecurity, AI, networked systems, at least one type of cyber-physical systems.
• Proficiency in mathematical modeling (Game Theory, Optimization, or Control Theory).
• Advanced programming skills in Python, C++, and MATLAB.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with a proven track record of peer-reviewed publications.

Work Location:

• Main Campus – College Station, TX.

Engineering Technology & Industrial Distribution (ETID)

The Department of Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution at Texas A&M University ranks among the top Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution programs in the country, and is a part of the Top 10 ranked Texas A&M University College of Engineering. "Engineering Technology" is the profession in which knowledge of the applied mathematical and natural sciences gained by higher education, practical experience, and competence developed in a specific field is devoted to application of engineering principles and the implementation of technological advances for the benefit of humanity. "Industrial Distribution" applies mathematics, science, engineering technology, business, data processing, communications, quality, and Supply Chain Management to the wholesaling and distribution of technological products.

Texas A&M Engineering provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• Competitive medical insurance benefits through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Prescription coverage by Express Scripts.
• Options for Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance.
• A defined benefit retirement plan with the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) with 8.25% employer contribution.
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Generous paid time off with holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance and Educational release time to further your academic pursuits.
• Access to Engineer Your Wellness programs that provide opportunities for employees to engage in health and fitness.
• Wellness release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.

Helpful Applicant Information

Required Materials for Application:

• Resume/CV
• Three work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor/former supervisor.
• Letter of interest (dependent upon position)

Applications received by Texas A&M Engineering must have all required job application data entered.

Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.

Compensation Philosophy:

• Recruit and retain high-performing workforce through competitive compensation and career development including career pathing, coaching and skills development.
• Offer total rewards, flexible benefits, professional development, performance recognition and work-life balance.
• Ensure resources are readily available and utilized to attract and retain the highest quality researchers, faculty, and staff.

Employment Eligibility Verification

• If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present original and unexpired documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in delay of start date.

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/Veterans/Disability Employer.