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| The following positions are currently available at the Bureau of Economic Geology, The University of Texas at Austin: |
Research Staff |
| Job Title: Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate II - LIDAR Technician Purpose of Position:To maintain and grow the Bureau of Economic Geology's (BEG) strengths in advanced outcrop imaging technologies, including airborne and ground-based LIDAR, RTK GPS, and ground-penetrating radar. Requirements: Masters degree and no experience OR Bachelors and 2 years of related experience. Ability to travel and/or drive UT vehicle to conduct field work. Ability to transport and deploy field equipment in rough terrain. Demonstrated interest in improving data acquisition and processing techniques for geological outcrop data. Good written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work safely and efficiently in the field. Must be able to travel for occasional field work. Preferred qualifications: Masters degree in geosciences or related field, and 1 or more years of related experience or a Bachelors with 3 or more years related experience; record of publications or presentations on outcrop data acquisition and processing technologies. One or more years of outcrop data acquisition experience. Experience using special equipment essential to the job: LIDAR, RTK GPS, ground penetrating radar. Record of innovation in outcrop data acquisition techniques. Record of publications commensurate with candidate's experience. Must be able to work well in a multi-disciplinary group, but occasionally work independently with minimal supervision. Desire to publish results in peer-reviewed professional publications. Demonstrated ability to consistently meet deadlines on projects. Good interpersonal skills and ability to interact with geologists and engineers is essential. Good oral and written skills. Professional demeanor. Posting Number: 12-02-06-01-4210 Number of vacancies: 1 Date Available: Immediately Salary: $3,750 negotiable depending on qualifications. Position Duration: Funding expected to continue Position: Open to all applicants Where to apply: https://utdirect.utexas.edu/apps/hr/jobs/nlogon/120206014210 |
| Job Title: Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate IV - Lidar and Remote Sensing Specialist Purpose of Position:To manage and operate a new airborne lidar mapping system and manage a new instrument center that specializes in research-grade remote sensing and mapping surveys for governmental, academic, and industrial-group sponsors. Lead lidar and remote sensing center, including communicating to external and internal sponsors and collaborators, obtaining research funding to broaden use of the system, and serving as Principal Investigator or co-Principal Investigator on projects, as needed. Perform region-wide remote sensing surveys, including assistance in logistics, personnel, etc., for a variety of potential clients inside and outside of the University and Texas. Analyze and visualize data as part of a research group, sufficient to satisfy scientific questions posed by survey sponsors and research collaborators. Maintain and operate airborne lidar mapping equipment, including topographic and bathymetric lidar system, multi-spectral, hyperspectral, and thermal sensors. Assist in preparing contracts and provide technical guidance on research goals, survey design, and projects. Present project results at sponsor review meetings and regional and national conferences. Publish results in contract reports, peer-reviewed journal articles, books and papers. Supervise, mentor and evaluate, junior staff and graduate students. Requirements: Ph.D. degree in a relevant natural science or engineering field (including physics, photogrammetry, computer science/engineering or a related discipline with a strong emphasis in geoscience mapping) and 2 years of experience or a MS and 4 years of experience. Candidates must have experience in developing and maintaining sponsor relationships both in private and government sectors. Operational and maintenance experience with remote sensing sensors such as lidar, multispectral, hyperspectral, and thermal systems. Able to travel for and conduct field work, sometimes in remote and uncontrolled environments. Demonstrated report writing and publication skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and professional demeanor. Understand lidar theory and hardware and possess experience in data analysis and manipulation from both lidar and remote sensing platforms. Communication to internal and external research sponsors and collaborators is essential. Preferred qualifications: Ph.D. degree in geology, geography, or cartography, and at least 5 years of experience or a MS with 7 or more years of experience. Certified Photogrammetrist (ASPRS) is desired. Strong programming and hardware as well as remote sensing software skills. Experience with specialized disciplines including energy, mining, environmental, and engineering. Familiarity with management of large data sets and remote sensing, GIS, lidar post-processing, and 3D visualization software such as ERDAS IMAGINE, ENVI, PCI GEOMATICA, Polyworks, and ArcGIS. Posting Number: 12-01-06-01-4208 Number of vacancies: 1 Date Available: Immediately Salary: $5,000 negotiable depending on qualifications. Position Duration: Funding expected to continue Position: Open to all applicants Where to apply: https://utdirect.utexas.edu/apps/hr/jobs/nlogon/12-01-06-01-4208 |
| Job Title: Research Associate - Sequence Stratigraphy Purpose of Position: To conduct regional and field studies in the State of Texas, with a focus on sequence stratigraphy. Essential Functions: Conduct research on sequence stratigraphy and clastic depositional systems in Texas. Interpret depositional system, systems tracts, and seismic sequence stratigraphy from seismic, wireline-log, and core data. Relate findings to presence and recoverability of oil and gas resources. Present and publish results of research. Supervise student research assistants as necessary. Serve on BEG and JSG committees as necessary. Requirements: PhD in stratigraphy and sedimentlogy with emphasis on sequence stratigraphy and clastic depositional systems with a minimum of 2 years of additional experience. Records of publications in peer-reviewed journals. Experience working with outcrop and subsurface data (seismic, wireline-logs, and cores). Ability to interact effectively with State Government and other research institutions as well as associated groups within the Bureau of Economic Geology. Demonstrated ability to effectively present results of research projects. Preferred qualifications: Strong background in Exxon-style sequence stratigraphy and ability to apply concepts using wireline-log and seismic data. Experience in geoscience software programs such as Petra, Geographix, Landmark or similar applicants a plus. Ability to interpret stratigraphy and depositional systems from wireline logs and core. Knowledge of LIDAR and outcrop geology. Knowledge of Texas petroleum systems and production data is favorable, particularly in the Gulf of Mexico. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and deliverables. Posting Number: 11-12-12-01-0708 Number of vacancies: 1 Date Available: Immediately Salary: negotiable Position Duration: Funding expected to continue Position: Open to all applicants Where to apply: https://utdirect.utexas.edu/apps/hr/jobs/nlogon/11-12-12-01-0708 |
| Job Title: Research Associate - Sequence Stratigraphy Purpose of Position: To conduct regional and field studies in the State of Texas, with a focus on sequence stratigraphy. Essential Functions: Conduct research on sequence stratigraphy and carbonate depositional systems in Texas. Interpret depositional systems, systems tracts, and seismic sequence stratigraphy from outcrop seismic, wireline-log, and core data. Relate findings to presence and recoverability of oil and gas resources. Present and publish results of research. Supervise student research assistants as necessary. Serve on BEG and JSG committees as necessary. Requirements: PhD in stratigraphy and sedimentology with emphasis on sequence stratigraphy and carbonate depositional systems with minimum of 2 years of additional experience. Record of publications in peer-reviewed journals. Experience working with outcrop and subsurface data (seismic, wireline-logs, and cores). Must be able to effectively interact with State Government and other research institutions as well as associated groups within the Bureau of Economic Geology. Ability to effectively present results of research projects. Preferred qualifications: Strong background in Exxon-style sequence stratigraphy and ability to apply concepts using wireline-log and seismic data. Experience in geoscience software programs such as Petra, Geographix, Landmark or similar applications a plus. Ability to interpret stratigraphy and carbonate depositional systems from wireline logs and core is important. Knowledge of LIDAR and outcrop geology is a plus. Knowledge of Gulf of Mexico and Permian Basin petroleum systems and production data is favorable. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and deliverables. Posting Number: 11-12-12-02-0708 Number of vacancies: 1 Date Available: Immediately Salary: negotiable Position Duration: Funding expected to continue Position: Open to all applicants Where to apply: https://utdirect.utexas.edu/apps/hr/jobs/nlogon/11-12-12-02-0708 |
| Job Title: Research Associate - Sequence Stratigraphy Purpose of Position: To conduct regional and field studies in the State of Texas, with a focus on sequence stratigraphy. Essential Functions: Conduct research on shale-gas and related unconventional reservoirs in Texas. Interpret depositional system, systems tracts, and seismic sequence stratigraphy from outcrop, seismic, wireline-log, and core data. Develop methods to relate organic geochemical characteristics to sequence stratigraphy to develop new models on controls for shale-gas productivity. Present and publish results of research. Supervise student research assistants as necessary. Serve on BEG and JSG committees as necessary. Requirements: PhD in stratigraphy and sedimentology, and a working knowledge of organic geochemical concepts as they apply to oil and gas exploration. Minimum of 2 years of additional experience. Record of publications in peer-reviewed journals. Experience working with outcrop and subsurface data (seismic, wireline-logs, and cores). Must be able to interact with State Government and other research institutions as well as associated groups within the Bureau of Economic Geology. Demonstrated ability to effectively present results of research projects. Preferred qualifications: Strong background in Exxon-style sequence stratigraphy and ability to apply concepts using wireline-log, seismic, and rock sample data. Preferred experience as explorationist in unconventional reservoir systems. Experience in shale-gas systems. Technical team management helpful. Experience in geoscience software programs such as Petra, Geographix, Landmark, basin modeling or similar applications a plus. Ability to interpret stratigraphy and depositional systems from wireline logs and core is important. In-depth knowledge of organic geochemistry a plus. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and deliverables. Posting Number: 11-12-12-03-0708 Number of vacancies: 1 Date Available: Immediately Salary: negotiable Position Duration: Funding expected to continue Position: Open to all applicants Where to apply: https://utdirect.utexas.edu/apps/hr/jobs/nlogon/11-12-12-03-0708 |
| Job Title: Research Associate or Research Scientist - Economic Geologist Purpose of Position: To initiate and conduct scientific research in the areas of economic geology; to assess mineral deposits and mineral resources, primarily in the State of Texas; and to assist in the mineral resource appraisal and mapping. Selected candidate may be appointed to the title "Research Scientist" or "Research Associate" based on research accomplishments, professional experience, and qualifications. Essential Functions: Initiate and conduct basic scientific research in the areas of economic geology across the State of Texas, assessing mineral resources (including rare earth elements) and other earth minerals (aggregate, sand and gravel, etc.) that can be used for economic and/or industrial purposes. Conduct geological mapping using traditional (field-based) and computer-based methods. Obtain research funding and serve as PI or co-PI on projects. Participate in and support other researchers in field work. Present project results at sponsor review meetings, and regional and national conferences. Publish results in contracts reports, peer-reviewed journal articles, books and papers. Supervise and mentor junior research staff and students. Requirements: Ph.D. degree in geological sciences, or related field with a concentration in economic deposits of geological material, or Master's degree and five years of experience. Excellent data management skills. Mechanical aptitude with field equipment. Able to travel for and conduct field work, sometimes in remote and uncontrolled environments. Demonstrated report writing and publication skills. Demonstrated production of independent geologic mapping. Preferred qualifications: Ph.D. with 6 years of experience beyond the Doctor's degree, or a Master's degree with 11 years of experience in geological sciences or related field. Significant experience in geological mapping (traditional and computer-based) of landforms varying from coastal, to prairie, to desert environments. Coal, oil and gas deposits are generally outside of the expected position. Significant record of independent research and publication commensurate with experience. Record of program leadership and service. Experience in sub-contract management and demonstrated ability to obtain funding. Demonstrated ability to coordinate and direct ongoing research and consistently meet deadlines and deliverables. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Professional demeanor. Posting Number: 11-11-18-01-0708 Number of vacancies: 1 Date Available: Immediately Salary: negotiable Position Duration: Funding expected to continue Position: Open to all applicants Where to apply: https://utdirect.utexas.edu/apps/hr/jobs/nlogon/11-11-18-01-0708 |
| Job Title: Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate IV - Seismic Interpreter
Purpose of Position: To evaluate 3D seismic surveys in the State of Texas for hydrocarbon potential. Essential Functions: Interpret and model seismic data sets. Create structure and isochron maps, and other interpretive products based on seismic data sets. Provide seismic facies analysis and interact with a team on regional to reservoir scale projects. Publish reports in peer-reviewed journals. Drive and/or travel to meetings. Present research results in oral and poster formats at national and local meetings. Hire, train, supervise and evaluate assigned Graduate Research Assistants as needed. Requirements: PhD and two years of industry experience, or Master's degree in geology or geophysics with at least four years of industry experience, or a Bachelor's degree and at least six years of industry experience. Must be able to interact with associated groups within the STARR Program. Demonstrated ability to present and publish results of research projects. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines. Good interpersonal skills and ability to interact with geologists and engineers. Preferred skills: PhD and over two years of related experience, or Master's degree in geology or geophysics with over five of industry experience, or a Bachelor's degree and over eight or more years of industry experience. A record of independent research and publication commensurate with experience, with emphasis on seismic interpretation and seismic modeling. Experience with seismic interpretation software programs such as Landmark, Geoquest, or SMT packages. Strong background in seismic interpretation including quantitative evaluation of amplitude modeling, AVO and SHI anomaly analyses, etc. Knowledge of Gulf of Mexico petroleum systems and Exxon-style sequence stratigraphy. Proven ability to work independently or as part of a research team. Posting Number: 11-11-01-01-4208 Number of vacancies: 1 Date Available: Immediately Salary: $3,750 negotiable Position Duration: Funding expected to continue Position: Open to all applicants Where to apply: https://utdirect.utexas.edu/apps/hr/jobs/nlogon/11-11-01-01-4208 |
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| The Bureau of Economic Geology is a research unit of The University of Texas at Austin, and as such adheres to all University hiring practices. The University of Texas at Austin is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. All positions are security sensitive, and conviction verification is conducted on applicants selected. The University of Texas at Austin remains committed to seeking the best qualified person to fill each available position. |
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