Postdoctoral Researcher (Icy Ocean World Interiors)
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The postdoctoral researcher will develop computer models of geodynamical processes in planetary interiors, with a focus on icy ocean worlds. The role contributes to ongoing research on Enceladus, Titan, Europa, and Ganymede, helps develop and lead related research projects, collaborates with students, postdocs, and staff, and presents results to scientific and public audiences.
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Develop computer models of geodynamical processes in planetary interiors, especially icy ocean worlds.Contribute to ongoing research projects related to the interiors of Enceladus, Titan, Europa, and Ganymede.Help develop and lead new research projects in related areas.Contribute to research within a vibrant group of students, postdocs, and staff.Present results to the scientific community and broader public.
How this job compares
Set against the 858 open Postdoctoral Researcher jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Texas median$65–70K/yr27 salary ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 95 open Postdoctoral Researcher jobs in Texas and 858 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Texas
- UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN (this employer)31 open
- Texas A&M University System19 open
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- Experience
- Postdoctoral Researcher postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 0 to 2 years (63 postings).
- Education
- 716 of the 858 open Postdoctoral Researcher jobs (83%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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