Postdoctoral Scholar Pool - Department of Engineering Technology

Job Opportunities at Texas State University Postdoctoral Scholar Pool - Department of Engineering Technology

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Postdoctoral Scholar Pool - Department of Engineering Technology

The Department of Engineering Technology seeks to develop a pool of candidates for postdoctoral scholars (post‑doc) positions. A post‑doc is a professional appointment designed to provide recent doctoral degree recipients with an opportunity to gain experiences and skills that will advance their careers. The post‑doc works under the supervision and sponsorship of a regular faculty member, who serves as a mentor and provides orientation and an orientation and development plan.

The appointment involves substantial and full‑time commitment to research, scholarship, teaching, or other professional activities. Eligibility for annual reappointment is contingent upon satisfactory annual performance evaluations during the term period, in addition to continuity of funding and departmental/school need. For more information, please visit Postdoctoral Scholar Appointments, AA/ PPS No. 04.01.24 (7.21).

This posting is not intended to convey that such a need currently exists. Applicants applying for a pool position will be available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case the need arises.

• Recently awarded a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in a discipline relevant to those comprising the department.

• Previous teaching experience is preferred.

The Department of Engineering Technology will accept applications from qualified applicants on a continual basis. Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered.

Interested individuals should submit a current CV, letter of interest outlining specific academic and professional experiences relevant for a postdoc research appointment, a statement of research interests, unofficial transcripts, and two letters of recommendation. As part of our application process, we request contact information for three (3) academic references who can provide information about the applicant’s research skills and experiences. Please provide the names and email addresses for your academic references in the Reference Letter section of the employment application.

The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from the highest degree‑granting institution.

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
• Letter of Recommendation #1
• Letter of Recommendation #2
• Statement of Research Interests

Full‑Time

FY26

07/17/2025

08/31/2026

Open Until Filled? Yes

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Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre‑employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.

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