Post-Doctoral Fellows (Evergreen Posting)
Posting Number: JR106234
Location: Colorado
Engineering a world of possibilities
Colorado School of Mines welcomes applications for ongoing Post-Doctoral Fellow Research positions across all research disciplines.
The Opportunities
Colorado School of Mines (Mines) faculty have an ongoing need for support of new research projects. This is a pool of candidates for future needs. Candidates will be contacted as needs arise and we appreciate your interest in research at Mines.
Responsibilities will vary per assignment and may include the following:
Lead independent research activities in collaboration with faculty advisor
Participate in a weekly 1-hour research group meeting
Meet weekly with graduate students to provide mentoring and research guidance
Assist in preparing up to 2 proposals each year
Lead/submit a minimum of 2 research papers each year, and revise/resubmit others as needed
Conduct preliminary reviews of student research products: abstracts, posters, proposals, defense presentations, thesis, technical papers
Assist graduate students in submitting their work for publication, as appropriate
Present findings at regional and national conferences
Performs other duties as assigned
Additional professional development activities as mutually agreed upon by employee and advisor
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in related field
Technical expertise related research
Must be a resident of Colorado upon the assignment commencing
About Mines & Golden, CO
When the world looks for answers, the world looks to Mines.
Colorado School of Mines is a top-ranked public university solving the grand challenges facing our society, particularly those related to the Earth, energy and the environment. Founded in 1874 with specialties in mining and metallurgy, Mines' scope and mission have continually expanded to meet the needs of industry and society. Today, we are the No. 38 public university in the nation, recognized for our innovation and undergraduate teaching in science, technology engineering and math (U.S. News and World Report, 2023).
Mines graduates are change makers, boundary breakers and problem solvers. Since our earliest days, a Mines education has been and continues to be a transformational opportunity, with one of the strongest returns on investment out there for talented STEM students of all backgrounds.
At the same time, Mines faculty members are pushing their fields in new directions, whether that's manufacturing, space resources, quantum engineering, carbon capture or more. Mines was recently classified as a R1 "Very High Activity" research institution by Carnegie, a notable feat for any university but particularly one of our size.
Are you looking for an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can contribute to solving the world's problems and educating the next generation of change makers? Are you an individual who values a diverse and inclusive community, where our different perspectives, experiences and cultures enrich the educational and work experience?
Look to Mines.
Total Rewards
Annual rate of $60,000- $70,000 (average depending on the home academic department)
Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate's education, training and experience as well as the position's scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.
Colorado School of Mines offers a robust portfolio of benefits for all employees. For this role, that includes:
Flexible health and dental care options
Generous sick/vacation time: 13 paid holidays per year - including a week-long winter break for entire campus.
Fully vested retirement plan on first day of employment, with generous employer contribution Tuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50 percent discount for dependents)
Free RTD Ecopass
All Mines employees also have access to https://stateofcolorado.benefithub.com/app/home through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines https://minesathletics.com/ home games, as well as access to the state of the art https://minesathletics.com/facilities/student-recreation-center/13 (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more) and equipment rentals through the https://minesathletics.com/sports/2016/7/10/outdoor-recreation-home.aspx. We are proud to have recently opened an on https://www.mines.edu/human-resources/employee-total-rewards/benefits/faculty-staff-benefits/more-for-you-aa/mines-early-childhood-center/. For more details about benefits at Mines, visit https://www.mines.edu/human-resources/benefits/.
How to Apply
Review of applications will be ongoing until filled. Applicants will be asked to complete an online application indicating the academic department of interest (personal information, demographic information,, veteran status) and upload the following:
Cover Letter
CV
Statement of research experience and interests (1 page)
Contact mailto:recruitment@mines.edu with any questions.
Equal Opportunity
Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.
Mines' commitment to nondiscrimination, affirmative action, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a diverse student body and workforce.
Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequity or concerns for safety.
Colorado's premier engineering and applied science university for 150 years and counting
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