Research Scientist Associate III

Job Title

Research Scientist Associate III

Bureau of Economic Geology

Fixed-term;
Expected to Continue Until Dec 31, 2027

Pickle Research Campus, North Austin

Position will assist in mineral resource assessment and characterization studies, especially aggregate and industrial mineral mapping initiatives. The position will assist with the Mineral Resource Program tasks utilizing GIS, satellite imagery, and database development for generating geologic maps.

• Assist in mineral resource assessment, characterization and mapping efforts. 50%
• Assist with the Mineral Resource Program tasks utilizing GIS, satellite imagery and database development. 25%
• Drafting and producing geologic maps, reports, and data associated with mineral resource projects. 25%

MS in Geology or related discipline with at least 2 years related experience, or BS in Geology or related discipline and at least 4 years related experience. GIS skills, familiarity with mineral resources, geologic mapping experience.

• Knowledge of Texas geology
• Air- and space-borne satellite imagery analysis used in geologic mapping
• Mineral resource characterization and assessment experience, aggregates, urban planning practices

$65,000 + depending on qualifications

• Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)
• 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 chemicals
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• Climbing of stairs and ladders
• Lifting and moving
• Occasional weekend, overtime, and evening work to meet deadlines
• Occasional travel intrastate, interstate, international
• Occasional fieldwork as necessary

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information
• Letter of interest

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.

A criminal history background check will be required for finalists under consideration for this position.