[ES_JOBS_NET] Research Associate, Bureau of Economic Geology, University of Texas at Austin

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Job Posting Title:

Research Associate

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Hiring Department:

Bureau of Economic Geology

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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 lead and conduct interdisciplinary, applied research in the areas of
water resources management, particularly related to floods in Texas, but
expandable to other regions in U.S. and globally, depending on funding. We
are seeking a researcher with experience in water resource management using
one or more of the following technical approaches: numerical modeling of
river basins at regional scales, familiarity with remote sensing (e.g. Soil
Moisture Active Passive), and use of ground-based monitoring data (e.g. soil
moisture monitoring network, groundwater level data). Applications can
include a new statewide flood plan for Texas, hydrologic and hydraulic
inputs to flooding, flood mitigation in urban and rural settings, and
environmental flows.

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Job Details:

General Notes

The position is located in the Bureau of Economic Geology (BEG) of the
Jackson School of Geoscience at The University of Texas at Austin. The
incumbent will serve as an expert Hydrogeologist or Hydrologist in surface
water hydrology, groundwater-surface water interactions, and processes
contributing to changes in surface flows related to floods and droughts. We
are seeking a researcher who can provide input to local, state, and federal
agencies involved in water resource management using one or more of the
following technical approaches: numerical modeling of river basins at
regional scales, familiarity with remote sensing (e.g. Soil Moisture Active
Passive), and use of ground-based monitoring data (e.g. soil moisture
monitoring network, groundwater level data). The Bureau specializes in
solving both applied and basic research questions. The Bureau has access to
considerable physical and numerical assets to address complicated scientific
questions, including the Texas Advanced Computing Center, geophysics
equipment, an in-house advanced lidar system, substantial monitoring
capabilities (e.g., Texas Soil Observation Network), already in place and in
operation for years, strong collaboration with the Center for Space Research
at UT, and a broad array of collaborators at the state, national and
international levels.

Responsibilities

.         Perform fundamental and applied research in the areas of water
resources management, particularly related to floods.

.         Obtain research funding in water resources related research from
state and federal agencies, foundations and private companies.

.         Foster relationships with research sponsors and partners at state
agencies, such as the Texas Water Development Board and Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, and river authorities to design research projects.

.         Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals, books, and
other outlets.

.         Present research results at national and international
professional meetings, technical conferences, and at sponsor-held meetings.

.         Provide service to professional societies, the Bureau of Economic
Geology and the Jackson School of Geosciences. Serve on committees as
needed.

Required Qualifications

Completion of a Ph.D. in hydrology, hydrogeology, geology, soil science, or
civil engineering, or Master's degree with five years of experience. Proven
record in conducting in-depth research in water resources, particularly
linked to surface water and flooding; ability to work with multiple data
types and multidisciplinary collaboration within and outside the Bureau;
publication record commensurate with experience; proven ability to develop
funding for new projects, in close coordination with project sponsors and
funding agencies; excellent written and verbal communication skills;
demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and deliverables; interest in working
in scientific teams and willingness to adapt to changing research programs,
project needs, and funding sources.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

More than the minimum years, with specialized experience obtained in either
the private or public sectors related to water resources, emphasizing
surface water hydrology and the following approaches: numerical modeling of
near-surface hydrologic processes, including interacting with National Water
Model group; data analytics, data wrangling, statistics and scripting;
familiarity with HPC environments; working knowledge in and ability to
develop machine learning algorithms in various programming languages;
experience with a variety of climatic settings; familiarity with large-scale
models (e.g. NLDAS, etc.); use of scientific equipment to collect and
analyze hydrologic data; design and execution of scientific investigations;
develop data that feed into ecosystem services, particularly with aquatic
biology.

Salary Range

$75,000 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

.         May work in all weather conditions.

.         May work in extreme temperatures.

.         May work around chemical fumes.

.         May work around standard office conditions.

.         May work around biohazards.

.         May work around chemicals.

.         May work around electrical and mechanical hazards.

.         Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.

.         Use of manual dexterity.

.         Climbing of stairs.

.         Climbing of ladders.

.         Lifting and moving.

.         Occasional weekend, overtime, and evening work deadlines.

.         Occasional interstate, intrastate, international travel.

.         Field work as necessary.

Required Materials

.         Resume/CV

.         3 work references with their contact information

.         Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or
contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first
time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume
for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of
interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions
section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. 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 UT Jobs. If you are a current University
employee, 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 before you apply. This information will be pulled
in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted
to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application
questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of
interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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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
<http://www.utexas.edu/equity/about/presidents-statement> 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.

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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:

.          <http://www.utexas.edu/hr/documents/EverifyPosterEnglish.pdf>
E-Verify Poster (English) [PDF]

.          <http://www.utexas.edu/hr/documents/EverifyPosterSpanish.pdf>
E-Verify Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

.          <http://www.utexas.edu/hr/documents/RightToWorkPosterEnglish.pdf>
Right To Work Poster (English) [PDF]

.          <http://www.utexas.edu/hr/documents/RightToWorkPosterSpanish.pdf>
Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [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-sexu
al-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
<https://compliance.utexas.edu/sites/default/files/2018%20Annual%20Security%
20and%20Fire%20Safety%20Report-final.pdf> here or obtain a copy at
University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe, Suite UTA 2.206, Austin, TX
78701.

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