"Postdoctoral Fellow-College of Business, Management Science & Statistics"

Job Description

The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Tier One research university and a Hispanic Serving Institution specializing in cybersecurity, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic transformation. With more than 35,000 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on career readiness the university produces more graduates for the workforce than any other institution in the region. It is a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property — for Texas, the nation and the world. UTSA has been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UTSA Today or on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

In 2024, the UT System Board of Regents authorized UT System to begin integrating UTSA and UT Health San Antonio into one unified institution, establishing a world-class university that integrates academic, research, and clinical excellence to build a profoundly impactful university of the future. Driven by a vision for growth and impact, this merger will expand capacity to offer robust undergraduate and graduate programs, attract top-tier faculty and staff, develop innovative initiatives, and elevate transdisciplinary research to address the evolving needs of the region.

Posting End Date: This position will remain open until filled. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To receive full consideration, please submit your application material as soon as possible, but no later than November 14, 2025.

Salary Range: Commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.

Hours: up to 40 hours per week, exempt.

Required Application Materials:

• A cover letter including a brief statement of research interests and motivation for the position.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) including a list of publications and research projects.
• Samples (max 3) of authored research publications and/or technical reports relevant to the position.
• Names and contact information for three persons willing to act as references.
• Any other information relevant for the position, such as a description of software development experience, or previous clinical experience.

Essential Functions

The Department of Operations and Analytics at UTSA is accepting applications for a postdoctoral fellow position on optimal workforce planning under uncertainty for healthcare operations.

• The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative research project to develop optimal solutions for the scheduling of healthcare operations in a hospital system, which has been challenged with clinical uncertainties, complex surgical cases, as well as ambulatory surgical procedures.
• The initial appointment is for one year, starting on January 20, 2026. The renewal of the appointment for a second year will depend on mutual consent, satisfactory performance, and funding availability.
• The successful candidate will lead research activities, including developing models and algorithms, and be willing to present findings to local, national, and international audiences.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant field such as management sciences, industrial engineering, operational research, data analytics, or machine learning.
• Be able to demonstrate merits and strong scientific publications in relevant fields.
• Possess strong research skills relevant to optimization, decision-making under uncertainty, machine learning and healthcare.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UTSA and its infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of scheduling, optimization, healthcare operations, resource management, and stochastic processes.
• Experience in hospital-academic partnerships.

Additional Information

• UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
• This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

Working Conditions

This position will be primarily located on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.