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USRA

Postdoc Researcher

Huntsville, AL · On-site +1

$110K/yr

Postdoc Researcher USRA and the Science and Technology Institute are seeking a full-time Postdoc ... Collaborate with NASA engineers, scientists, and academic partners. * Contribute to the long-term ...

Lehigh University

$61K/yr

Exempt Staff Full-time Location: Partial Remote, Bethlehem Categories: Postdoc The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering in the Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science at Lehigh ...

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CredentialsPhD in Engineering or related fieldBachelor's or Master's in Engineering or related field, often with industry experience
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College of Engineering Postdoc Pool 2026

College of Engineering Postdoc Pool 2026

Auburn University

Auburn, AL • On-site

$14 - $18/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Auburn University rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

466th of 532 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Salary Range: -

Locations: Auburn University, Alabama

Job Type: Faculty

Position Type: Full-Time

Department: Admin Sch Engineering

Associated Division: Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering

Req ID: 7724

Overview

The Samuel Ginn College of Engineering is seeking candidates for the position of postdoctoral fellow in engineering. Postdoctoral positions become available periodically under a variety of research grants and projects in the college. We are seeking applications from individuals with a PhD in any one area of engineering such as: aerospace, chemical, civil and environmental, computer science and software, electrical and computer, industrial and systems, and mechanical engineering at the time employment begins. Also of interest are related fields of microelectronics, automotive electronics, microfibers, highway research, materials, asphalt technology, pulp and paper, chemistry, transportation, detection and food safety and information technology. The positions are available for a minimum of one year as full-time 12-month appointments based on need, performance and funding, with renewal possible for a maximum of four years. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Review of applications will begin after March 20, 2026 and continue throughout the year as positions become available.

Responsibilities

Contribute to research and or teaching. Will be determined based on the need of the position.

Qualifications

The selected candidates for these positions must be able to meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment, and be able to communicate effectively in English.

PhD in area of expertise is required at the time employment begins.

Please attach the following: CV, Cover Letter, and Transcripts, only complete applications will be considered.

Contract Type

Limited Term

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