Research Associate
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Job Posting Title:
Research AssociateHiring Department:
Department of Earth and Planetary SciencesPosition Open To:
All ApplicantsWeekly Scheduled Hours:
40FLSA Status:
ExemptEarliest Start Date:
ImmediatelyPosition Duration:
Expected to ContinueLocation:
UT MAIN CAMPUSJob Details:
General Notes
The University of Texas at Austin Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (EPS) seeks to hire a Research Staff member in the broadly defined areas of Earth and planetary interiors. The emphases of the research areas include experimental mineral physics physics and chemistry of planetary interiors and highpressure earth materials science. We seek a colleague who creatively uses experimental approaches to address fundamental problems in understanding physical and chemical properties of Earths deep interior or interiors of other planetary bodies. We are particularly interested in candidates who have an expertise in the application and development of laser and Xray spectroscopies coupled with highpressure devices and/or other innovative labbased techniques. We are particularly interested in candidates with the potential to build bridges between existing areas of research strength and collaborate with scientists across various programs. Successful applicant will be expected to contribute to a research community at the University of Texas at Austin through the development of an externallyfunded research program and through engagement with colleagues postdoctoral scholars and students. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Earth Science or a related field.
The Department is part of the Jackson School of Geosciences which houses top research programs across all areas of the Earth and Planetary Sciences. The Department is also closely allied with the Institute of Geophysics for solid Earth research the Center for Planetary Systems Habitability for planetary science research and Texas Materials Institute for material science research.
Applications should include a cover letter curriculum vitae a statement of research interests and a plan for applying external grants (up to four pages) up to three recent peerreviewed publications and the names and contact information of three qualified persons who can provide the search committee a reference letter upon request. For full consideration applications should be submitted by January 1st 2025. You can view and apply for the position on the Universitys job page. For any further questions please contact the search committee chair: JungFu Lin (email: .
Purpose
To contribute to a research community at the University of Texas at Austin through the development of an externallyfunded research program and through engagement with colleagues postdoctoral scholars and students.
Responsibilities
Develop new lines of research undertake independent research projects and analyze research data and write research results for publication in peer reviewed journals.
Apply for external funding establish externallyfunded research projects write reports to sponsoring agencies and present research at scientific meetings and seminars .
Supervise laboratory personnel maintain and operate mineral physics laboratory equipment and involve in the development of laboratory techniques.
Collaborate with university personnel on research projects train users and collaborators on operation of laboratory instruments and data analysis.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Earth Science or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Expertise in the application and development of laser and Xray spectroscopies coupled with highpressure devices and/or other innovative labbased techniques. Strong verbal and written communication skills in science. Strong creativity and problemsolving skills in laboratory experiments.
Salary Range
$90000 depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
Use of manual dexterity.
Lifting and moving.
May work around standard office conditions.
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Importantfor 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 multiselect additional files. Before submitting your online job application ensure thatALLRequired 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 login 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 questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest references etc. that were noted above.
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 UniversityWide or Open Recruiting to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.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.Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
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 contractors legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents 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.
EVerify:
The University of Texas at Austin use EVerify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The universitys company ID number for purposes of EVerify is 854197. For more information about EVerify please see the following:
- EVerify Poster (English) PDF
- EVerify Poster (Spanish) PDF
- Right To Work Poster (English) PDF
- Right To Work Poster (Spanish) PDF
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 HOP3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services 1616 Guadalupe Street UTA 2.206 Austin Texas 78701.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
