Research Engineering​/Scientist Associate ; RESA Center Energy and Environmental System

Job Posting

Title:

Research Engineering/Scientist Associate I (RESA I), Center for Energy and Environmental Systems Analysis, Cockrell School of Engineering

Hiring Department: McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

40

FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA

Earliest

Start Date:

Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2026

Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

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.

• Data analysis and interpretation: Analyzes data collected in Austin and in environmental chamber experiments.
• Ambient measurements: Conducts mobile measurements of particulate matter in and near the UT Austin campus.
• Communications: Communicates with collaborators throughout the project and shares findings with the scientific community, including assistance in preparing peer‑reviewed publications.
• Laboratory experiments: Assists in conducting laboratory chamber experiments.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• 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.

• Demonstrated experience in statistical modeling, data analysis, and scientific programming languages (Python, Matlab, or R).
• Familiarity with a variety of air quality instrumentation.

$35,568 + depending on qualifications

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

UT Austin provides outstanding employee benefits and total reward packages that include:

• 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 Linked In 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 .
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin Cap Metro buses with staff .

The University of Texas at Austin will not discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Employees who have access to compensation information as part of essential job functions cannot disclose pay unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

The University of Texas at Austin, as an 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.