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

Job Title

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

Pickle Research Campus, Austin, TX. Full‑time, 40 hours per week.

Immediate. Expected to continue until Aug 31 2026.

• Data analysis and interpretation of data collected in Austin and in environmental chamber experiments.
• Conduct mobile measurements of particulate matter in and near the UT Austin campus.
• Communicate with collaborators throughout the project and share findings with the scientific community; support preparation of peer‑reviewed publications.
• Assist in conducting laboratory chamber experiments.
• Perform 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, cross‑functional 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 plus adjustments based on qualifications.

• Standard office conditions.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Use of manual dexterity.

• Resume/CV
• Letter of interest
• Three work references including at least one supervisor reference

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