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Postdoctoral Fellow, Center for Energy and Environmental Systems Analysis, Cockrell School of Engineering
Hiring Department:
Center for Energy and Environmental Systems Analysis
Position Open To:
All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
FLSA Status:
Exempt from FLSA
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Apr 15, 2027
Location:
PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS
Job Details:
General Notes
The Postdoctoral Fellow will join a growing group of interdisciplinary experts in energy systems, greenhouse gas emissions, and energy policy within the Center for Energy and Environmental Systems Analysis (CEESA). CEESA operates across multiple engineering departments at UT Austin and routinely collaborates with stakeholders in government agencies, industry, and non-profit organizations. This is a temporary training position that may be renewed annually, for a maximum of five years, based upon performance review, progress towards research goals, and continuation of funding.
Position Purpose
The Postdoctoral Fellow will conduct research on developing physics-informed models of the gas-electric interconnection network with applications in voluntary carbon markets, risk assessments, and energy transition planning under the supervision of Dr. Arvind Ravikumar. The recent National Petroleum Council report on Gas-Electric Coordination highlighted the critical importance of understanding the interconnecting dependencies between the natural gas system and the electric grid. Yet, a physical model that tracks the flow of natural gas from production regions to power plants does not exist. Such a physical model, if developed, could unlock a range of new applications in energy system research including traceability of carbon intensity of delivered gas, quantitative risk assessments associated with gas grid disruptions, and long-term planning to repurpose natural gas pipelines to carry carbon dioxide or hydrogen. The postdoctoral fellow will be responsible for developing the model and illustrating its use across several application areas. This position will initially focus on developing a gas-electric integration model for the Southeast US, followed by an expansion to other regions.
Responsibilities
- Model Development: Develop a physics-informed model of integration of the natural gas pipeline system and electric power generation units in the US to probe interdependencies of the gas system and the electric system
- Case Studies and Application Areas: Use the gas-electric integration model to answer questions related to low-emissions gas certification, risk assessments in the electric system, and re-purposing pipelines to lower carbon solutions including CO2 transport
- Writing and Documentation: Leading peer-reviewed manuscripts, white papers, and project reports summarizing the findings of the research
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Energy System Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Atmospheric Sciences or a closely related field received within the last three years
- Demonstrated research experience in energy system modeling, greenhouse gas emission inventories, or engineering-based risk assessment models
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in communicating technical information to varied audiences in industry, government, and non-profit organizations
- Experience mentoring graduate and undergraduate students in research
- Strong track record of peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations
- Strong programming skills in Python
- Ability to work collaboratively with other research staff, post-doctoral scholars
Salary Range
$63,573 + depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
- Repetitive use of keyboard at workstation
- Repetitive use of standard office equipment
- Limited travel (2-3 trips per year to conferences and other meetings)
Required Materials
- CV that includes a full publication record
- Letter of interest
- 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Up to 2 relevant publications (peer-reviewed or pre-prints)
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume in the first step of the online job application process. Then, any additional Required Materials will be uploaded in the My Experience section; you can multi-select the additional files or click the Upload button for each file. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find Jobs. Before you apply though, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left-hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile. This information will be pulled into your application. The application is one page and you will need to click the Upload button multiple times in order to attach your Resume, References and any additional Required Materials noted above.
Employment Eligibility:
Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin uses E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
- E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
- Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
- Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
Job Posting Title:
Postdoctoral Fellow, Center for Energy and Environmental Systems Analysis, Cockrell School of Engineering
Hiring Department:
Center for Energy and Environmental Systems Analysis
Position Open To:
All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
FLSA Status:
Exempt from FLSA
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Apr 15, 2027
Location:
PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS
Job Details:
General Notes
The Postdoctoral Fellow will join a growing group of interdisciplinary experts in energy systems, greenhouse gas emissions, and energy policy within the Center for Energy and Environmental Systems Analysis (CEESA). CEESA operates across multiple engineering departments at UT Austin and routinely collaborates with stakeholders in government agencies, industry, and non-profit organizations. This is a temporary training position that may be renewed annually, for a maximum of five years, based upon performance review, progress towards research goals, and continuation of funding.
Position Purpose
The Postdoctoral Fellow will conduct research on developing physics-informed models of the gas-electric interconnection network with applications in voluntary carbon markets, risk assessments, and energy transition planning under the supervision of Dr. Arvind Ravikumar. The recent National Petroleum Council report on Gas-Electric Coordination highlighted the critical importance of understanding the interconnecting dependencies between the natural gas system and the electric grid. Yet, a physical model that tracks the flow of natural gas from production regions to power plants does not exist. Such a physical model, if developed, could unlock a range of new applications in energy system research including traceability of carbon intensity of delivered gas, quantitative risk assessments associated with gas grid disruptions, and long-term planning to repurpose natural gas pipelines to carry carbon dioxide or hydrogen. The postdoctoral fellow will be responsible for developing the model and illustrating its use across several application areas. This position will initially focus on developing a gas-electric integration model for the Southeast US, followed by an expansion to other regions.
Responsibilities
- Model Development: Develop a physics-informed model of integration of the natural gas pipeline system and electric power generation units in the US to probe interdependencies of the gas system and the electric system
- Case Studies and Application Areas: Use the gas-electric integration model to answer questions related to low-emissions gas certification, risk assessments in the electric system, and re-purposing pipelines to lower carbon solutions including CO2 transport
- Writing and Documentation: Leading peer-reviewed manuscripts, white papers, and project reports summarizing the findings of the research
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Energy System Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Atmospheric Sciences or a closely related field received within the last three years
- Demonstrated research experience in energy system modeling, greenhouse gas emission inventories, or engineering-based risk assessment models
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in communicating technical information to varied audiences in industry, government, and non-profit organizations
- Experience mentoring graduate and undergraduate students in research
- Strong track record of peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations
- Strong programming skills in Python
- Ability to work collaboratively with other research staff, post-doctoral scholars
Salary Range
$63,573 + depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
- Repetitive use of keyboard at workstation
- Repetitive use of standard office equipment
- Limited travel (2-3 trips per year to conferences and other meetings)
Required Materials
- CV that includes a full publication record
- Letter of interest
- 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Up to 2 relevant publications (peer-reviewed or pre-prints)
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume in the first step of the online job application process. Then, any additional Required Materials will be uploaded in the My Experience section; you can multi-select the additional files or click the Upload button for each file. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find Jobs. Before you apply though, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left-hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile. This information will be pulled into your application. The application is one page and you will need to click the Upload button multiple times in order to attach your Resume, References and any additional Required Materials noted above.
Employment Eligibility:
Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin uses E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
- E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
- Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
- Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Energy Account Manager
Document your energy sector credentials clearly
Gather transcripts, professional certifications, and employment records that demonstrate a direct connection to energy, utilities, or account management. Your designated sponsor will require these to justify your DS-2019 under the Trainee or Intern category.
Build a targeted training plan before interviewing
Host employers must file a Training or Internship Placement Plan (Form DS-7002) with your designated sponsor. Draft a role-specific outline covering energy market analysis, client portfolio management, and regulatory compliance to accelerate that process with prospective hosts.
Search for host employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter U.S. energy companies that have hosted J-1 visa exchange visitors in account management or sales-adjacent roles. Targeting employers with prior J-1 host experience shortens the onboarding timeline with a designated sponsor.
Check whether the 2-year home residency requirement applies
If your country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, your J-1 may carry a two-year home residency requirement after program completion. Confirm your status through USCIS before accepting an offer, since it affects future visa transitions like H-1B visa or permanent residency.
Verify your host employer is comfortable with DS-7002 obligations
Some energy companies have never hosted a J-1 exchange visitor and may be unfamiliar with the supervision and evaluation requirements tied to the Training Plan. Raise this in the offer stage so the employer can coordinate directly with your designated sponsor before your start date.
Align your program dates with the energy sector's hiring cycles
Many utilities and energy retailers finalize account management headcount in Q1 and Q3. Time your outreach to designated sponsors and host employers accordingly, since DS-2019 issuance takes two to four weeks after sponsor approval and cannot be backdated.
Energy Account Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an Energy Account Manager role?
Current university students pursuing energy, business, or engineering degrees typically qualify under the Intern category. Early-career professionals who have already graduated should apply under the Trainee category, which requires a relevant degree plus at least one year of prior work experience, or five years of industry experience in lieu of a degree. The role must involve structured learning objectives, not just routine sales tasks.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for this type of role?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, not the energy company itself. The energy employer is the host organization and provides the work environment and supervision. The designated sponsor reviews your qualifications, issues the DS-2019 form, and monitors your compliance throughout the program.
How do I find energy companies in the U.S. that are open to hosting J-1 exchange visitors?
Migrate Mate lets you search U.S. employers by role type and filter for companies familiar with J-1 exchange visitor programs. Targeting host organizations with prior J-1 experience is practical because they already understand the DS-7002 Training Plan requirements and have an existing relationship with a designated sponsor, which reduces delays after you receive an offer.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Energy Account Manager J-1 holders?
It can, depending on your home country and funding source. If your country is listed on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List for energy or related fields, or if your program is government-funded, a two-year home residency requirement may apply after your J-1 ends. This requirement must be satisfied or formally waived before you can change to an H-1B or apply for a green card through a future employer.
What does the DS-7002 Training Plan need to include for this role?
The DS-7002 must outline specific learning objectives tied to energy account management, such as analyzing utility tariff structures, managing commercial client portfolios, navigating regulatory reporting requirements, and developing sales strategies for energy procurement. Generic objectives like 'improve communication skills' are insufficient. Your designated sponsor will review the plan before issuing the DS-2019, and your host employer must sign off on each phase.