Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

College of Science - Math/Statistics Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

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PURPOSE

            To conduct research in the NSF-funded grant.

DESCRIPTION

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Study mathematical models for the evolution of fractures in elastic solids governed by nonlinear constitute relationships.
• Perform mathematical analysis of the regularized models for fracture.
• Develop a finite element method for the solution of the phase-field model for fracture. Implement the finite element method and run simulations to validate the benchmark results from the literature.
• Analyze the numerical results, and develop reports for dissemination as journal publications and conference presentations.
• Assist graduate students with their thesis projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Ph.D. in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics or related field.
• Documented research records in the area of finite element methods and numerical methods for the solution of partial differential equations. 
• Proficient in programming languages like C++ or Python and experience with parallel computations.

WHAT THEY WOULD LIKE TO SEE

• Experience with mathematical open-source libraries like Deal.II, FEniCS, PETSc.

SALARY: Monthly $4,166.67 ($50,000 Annual/per Annum)

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.