Research Engineering/Scientist Associate I (RESA I), Center for Energy and Environmental Systems Analysis, Cockrell School of Engineering
About The Position
The Research Engineering/Scientist Associate I (RESA I) position will participate in mobile measurements in Austin, Texas, and in environmental chamber experiments conducted at UT Austin. Depending on need, the position may also assist other projects through data collection and analysis. The Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin is a top-10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas, a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest number of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Cockrell School embodies the city’s innovative spirit. Major companies with Austin campuses, such as Dell, National Instruments, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google and many others, continue to recruit Cockrell School students at a remarkable rate, launching thousands of successful careers and developing Texas Engineers into industry leaders.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Experience with measurements
- Experience with data analysis
- Ability to work well in collaborative, various teams
- Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated experience in statistical modeling, data analysis, and scientific programming languages (Python, Matlab, or R)
- Familiarity with a variety of air quality instrumentation
Responsibilities
- Analyzes data collected in Austin and in environmental chamber experiments.
- Conducts mobile measurements of particulate matter in and near the UT Austin campus.
- Communicates with collaborators throughout the project and shares findings with the scientific community. This includes assistance in preparing peer-reviewed publications.
- Assists in conducting laboratory chamber experiments.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
- Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
- Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
- Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 7.75% employer matching funds
- Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
- Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
- Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
- Tuition assistance
- An expansive employee discount program, including athletic tickets
- Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
- Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
