Energy Economics Researcher - Postdoctoral Fellow

Bureau of Economic Geology

Austin, Texas, United States
Base: $65,000; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Phd in engineering or economics obtained within 3 years
Expertise in large datasets and quantitative models
Programming proficiency in python, r, or vba
The Center of Energy Economics focuses on advancing understanding of energy economics across traditional and emerging energy systems including oil, gas, and low-carbon solutions

Job Summary

  • The Center of Energy Economics focuses on advancing understanding of energy economics across traditional and emerging energy systems including oil, gas, and low-carbon solutions.
  • This postdoctoral role splits effort between upstream oil and gas production modeling and multidisciplinary research on large load site selection for facilities like data centers.
  • The position requires publishing findings in peer-reviewed journals and presenting results to industry affiliates while supporting grant proposal development.

Matching Summary

The Center of Energy Economics focuses on advancing understanding of energy economics across traditional and emerging energy systems including oil, gas, and low-carbon solutions.

Salary

Base: $65,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or Optional Retirement Program (ORP)

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in engineering or economics obtained within 3 years
  • Expertise in large datasets and quantitative models
  • Programming proficiency in Python, R, or VBA
  • Experience with techno-economic analysis and NPV modeling

Nice-to-have

  • Background in petroleum engineering or data science
  • Familiarity with hydrogen, CCS, and emission tracking
  • Prior experience developing grant proposals
  • Interest in large-scale energy demand analysis

Key Requirements

  • PhD degree required within 3 years of hire
  • US work authorization required (I-9 verification)
  • Criminal history background check required for finalists

Work Rights

Must have US work authorization

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