[ES_JOBS_NET] Research Associate, Institute for Geophysics (UTIG), The University of Texas at Austin

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

https://utaustin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UTstaff/job/PICKLE-RESEARCH-CAMPUS/Research-Associate_R_00001125


Job Posting Title:
Research Associate

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Hiring Department:
John A and Katherine G Jackson School of Geosciences

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Position Open To:
All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40

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FLSA Status:
Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:
Immediately

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Position Duration:
Expected to Continue

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Location:
PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

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Job Description:
To direct and participate in organized research allied with the research goals at the Institute for Geophysics (UTIG).

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Job Details:

Responsibilities

Laboratory analysis of methane hydrate-bearing pressure cores and experiments. Planning, preparing, and participating in pressure core expeditions. Record results from analysis of methane hydrate cores acquired. Supervise, coordinate, and review the work of other researchers. Prepare research proposals for funding. Present results at scientific conferences. Publish results in refereed journals.

Required Qualifications

PhD in Earth, Planetary, or Ocean Sciences. A demonstrated record of research productivity via publications, presentations, and grants.

Preferred Qualifications

2-3 years of postdoctoral experience. A demonstrated record of publications and external funding. Experience analyzing methane hydrate-bearing pressure cores, and participating in pressure core expeditions.

Salary Range

$70,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications.

Working Conditions

May work around standard office conditions. Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation. Use of manual dexterity.

Required Application Materials:
*         Resume/CV
*         3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
*         Letter of interest

Important: 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.

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Required Application Materials:
A resume or CV is required to apply. A list of 3 references is required to apply. Any additional required materials are noted in the Job Details section.

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Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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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.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer<http://www.utexas.edu/equity/about/presidents-statement>, 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.

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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.

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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<http://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/I9docs.html> 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.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use 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)<http://www.utexas.edu/hr/documents/EverifyPosterEnglish.pdf> [PDF]
*         E-Verify Poster (Spanish)<http://www.utexas.edu/hr/documents/EverifyPosterSpanish.pdf> [PDF]
*         Right To Work Poster (English)<http://www.utexas.edu/hr/documents/RightToWorkPosterEnglish.pdf> [PDF]
*         Right To Work Poster (Spanish)<http://www.utexas.edu/hr/documents/RightToWorkPosterSpanish.pdf> [PDF]

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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 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<https://policies.utexas.edu/policies/prohibition-sexual-discrimination-sexual-harassment-sexual-assault-sexual-misconduct>.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the 2018 report here<https://compliance.utexas.edu/sites/default/files/2018%20Annual%20Security%20and%20Fire%20Safety%20Report-final.pdf> or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe, Suite UTA 2.206, Austin, TX 78701.

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