Postdoctoral Researcher

Postdoctoral Researcher

The Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science at South Dakota Mines is seeking applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher. This is a full-time, benefited position. The Postdoctoral Researcher supports the department's and institution's objectives by advancing cutting-edge electromagnetic sensor research, strengthening externally funded research activities, contributing to student training, and enhancing innovation and technology development in engineering and applied science. This position will be responsible for conducting independent and collaborative research in electromagnetic sensor systems, including theoretical analysis, numerical modeling, AI-assisted sensing algorithm development, and experimental validation.

Qualifications: An earned PhD degree at the time of hire in the field of Electrical Engineering and with expertise in applied electromagnetic and microwave imaging algorithm development. Three years of experience in applied electromagnetics. Familiar with FEKO/HFSS/CST, ADS, and Matlab. Experience in antenna design, fabrications, and measurements. Ability to analyze complex data and generate microwave images. Strong laboratory skills and hands-on experience with experimental setups. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and collaboration abilities.

To Apply: Applications must be made online at

South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. Review of applications will begin August 31, 2026. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Please attach a curriculum vitae, and a list of three professional references (include name and email address for each reference).

Founded in 1885, South Dakota Mines is the premier destination for ambitious students seeking bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degrees in STEM fields. Our vibrant community of supportive faculty, tenacious students, and passionate alumni fosters a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and lifelong success. South Dakota Mines is recognized frequently for its rigorous curriculum, groundbreaking research, and return on investment. Rapid City, the home of the Hardrockers, is the state's second-largest city with an MSA population of nearly 160,000. The city is nestled next to the beautiful Black Hills, a region boasting breathtaking scenery, hundreds of miles of trails for outdoor enthusiasts, and attractions ranging from complex cave systems to historic towns and massive monuments.

South Dakota Mines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. South Dakota Mines and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.