Job Opportunities
Research Staff
RSA II
Job Code: R_00042047
Purpose: 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.
Functions:
- 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%
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RSA III
Job Code: R_00042053
Purpose: 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.
Functions:
- 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%
To learn more or to apply for this position, click here. Please note that there are separate job boards depending on if you are a UT employee or not. It is imperative that you apply to the correct board. Once you have accessed the correct job board, you can either search for the position using either the title of the position or the job code. For instructions on how to apply through the correct job board, click here.
RSA IV
Job Code: R_00042062
Purpose: Position will lead 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.
Functions:
-Lead mineral resource assessment, characterization and mapping efforts.
-Assist with the Mineral Resource Program tasks utilizing GIS, Satellite imagery and database development.
-Drafting and producing geologic maps, reports, and data associated with mineral resource projects.
To learn more or to apply for this position, click here. Please note that there are separate job boards depending on if you are a UT employee or not. It is imperative that you apply to the correct board. Once you have accessed the correct job board, you can either search for the position using either the title of the position or the job code. For instructions on how to apply through the correct job board, click here.
Postdoctoral Fellow in Water Systems (ml)
Job Code: R_00041178
Purpose: We are seeking highly motivated candidates for postdoctoral fellow positions within the Bureau’s hydrology research group. These fellows will be key members of an expanding research program focused on assessing Texas water resources and systems in service to our mission as the state geological survey. The current research program objectives are: (a) synthesize a full suite of Texas water resource and system data into a common spatiotemporal framework, (b) develop a web-based product to deliver accessible and actionable water resource and system information to stakeholders, (c) assess the historical impact of drought and flood on water resources and systems, and (d) evaluate drought and flood risk and resilience. This research program is anticipated to yield significant insights for Texas water resource management and planning processes as well as to provide a strong foundation for further research projects.
Each position term is subject to performance as well as research program needs and funding. Multiple postdoctoral fellow positions are initially available, and candidates are strongly encouraged to review Preferred Qualifications to determine which position is best aligned with their skills and experience.
Functions:
-Perform research in the hydrology field, including analysis and interpretation of large datasets using various analytical, statistical, and numerical techniques.
-Contribute to the publication of scientific papers and presentation of findings to scholarly meetings and stakeholders.
-Collaborate and coordinate with research program team members and participate in program development through proposals and other fundraising.
-In addition to other duties as assigned, provide support and service as needed to supervisor, the Bureau, and the Jackson School.
To learn more or to apply for this position, click here. Please note that there are separate job boards depending on if you are a UT employee or not. It is imperative that you apply to the correct board. Once you have accessed the correct job board, you can either search for the position using either the title of the position or the job code. For instructions on how to apply through the correct job board, click here.
Postdoctoral Fellow in Water Systems - Ground Water
Job Code: R_00041180
Purpose: We are seeking highly motivated candidates for postdoctoral fellow positions within the Bureau’s hydrology research group. These fellows will be key members of an expanding research program focused on assessing Texas water resources and systems in service to our mission as the state geological survey. The current research program objectives are: (a) synthesize a full suite of Texas water resource and system data into a common spatiotemporal framework, (b) develop a web-based product to deliver accessible and actionable water resource and system information to stakeholders, (c) assess the historical impact of drought and flood on water resources and systems, and (d) evaluate drought and flood risk and resilience. This research program is anticipated to yield significant insights for Texas water resource management and planning processes as well as to provide a strong foundation for further research projects.
Each position term is subject to performance as well as research program needs and funding. Multiple postdoctoral fellow positions are initially available, and candidates are strongly encouraged to review Preferred Qualifications to determine which position is best aligned with their skills and experience.
Functions:
-Perform research in the hydrology field, including analysis and interpretation of large datasets using various analytical, statistical, and numerical techniques.
-Contribute to the publication of scientific papers and presentation of findings to scholarly meetings and stakeholders.
-Collaborate and coordinate with research program team members and participate in program development through proposals and other fundraising.
-In addition to other duties as assigned, provide support and service as needed to supervisor, the Bureau, and the Jackson School.
To learn more or to apply for this position, click here. Please note that there are separate job boards depending on if you are a UT employee or not. It is imperative that you apply to the correct board. Once you have accessed the correct job board, you can either search for the position using either the title of the position or the job code. For instructions on how to apply through the correct job board, click here.
Postdoctoral Fellow in Water Systems
Job Code: R_00041179
Purpose: We are seeking highly motivated candidates for postdoctoral fellow positions within the Bureau’s hydrology research group. These fellows will be key members of an expanding research program focused on assessing Texas water resources and systems in service to our mission as the state geological survey. The current research program objectives are: (a) synthesize a full suite of Texas water resource and system data into a common spatiotemporal framework, (b) develop a web-based product to deliver accessible and actionable water resource and system information to stakeholders, (c) assess the historical impact of drought and flood on water resources and systems, and (d) evaluate drought and flood risk and resilience. This research program is anticipated to yield significant insights for Texas water resource management and planning processes as well as to provide a strong foundation for further research projects.
Functions:
-Perform research in the hydrology field, including analysis and interpretation of large datasets using various analytical, statistical, and numerical techniques.
-Contribute to the publication of scientific papers and presentation of findings to scholarly meetings and stakeholders.
-Collaborate and coordinate with research program team members and participate in program development through proposals and other fundraising.
-In addition to other duties as assigned, provide support and service as needed to supervisor, the Bureau, and the Jackson School.
To learn more or to apply for this position, click here. Please note that there are separate job boards depending on if you are a UT employee or not. It is imperative that you apply to the correct board. Once you have accessed the correct job board, you can either search for the position using either the title of the position or the job code. For instructions on how to apply through the correct job board, click here.
Water Resources Analyst (RESA III)
Job Code: R_00041176
Purpose: We are seeking a highly motivated candidate for a research scientist associate position within the Bureau’s hydrology research group. This position will be a key member of an expanding research program focused on assessing Texas water resources and systems in service to our mission as the state geological survey. The current research program objectives are: (a) synthesize a full suite of Texas water resource and system data into a common spatiotemporal framework, (b) develop a web-based product to deliver accessible and actionable water resource and system information to stakeholders, (c) assess the historical impact of drought and flood on water resources and systems, and (d) evaluate drought and flood risk and resilience. This research program is anticipated to yield significant insights for Texas water resource management and planning processes as well as to provide a strong foundation for further research projects.
This is a limited term appointment which, subject to performance as well as research program needs and funding, may or may not ultimately result in extension or permanent opportunities. Multiple research scientist associate positions are listed and candidates are strongly encouraged to review Required Qualifications to determine which listing is best aligned with their skills and experience.
Functions:
-Perform research in the hydrology field, including analysis and interpretation of large datasets using various analytical, statistical, and numerical techniques.
-Contribute to the publication of scientific papers and presentation of findings to scholarly meetings and stakeholders.
-Collaborate and coordinate with research program team members and participate in program development through proposals and other fundraising.
-In addition to other duties as assigned, provide support and service as needed to supervisor, the Bureau, and the Jackson School.
To learn more or to apply for this position, click here. Please note that there are separate job boards depending on if you are a UT employee or not. It is imperative that you apply to the correct board. Once you have accessed the correct job board, you can either search for the position using either the title of the position or the job code. For instructions on how to apply through the correct job board, click here.
Water Resources Analyst (RESA II)
Job Code: R_00041175
Purpose: We are seeking a highly motivated candidate for a research scientist associate position within the Bureau’s hydrology research group. This position will be a key member of an expanding research program focused on assessing Texas water resources and systems in service to our mission as the state geological survey. The current research program objectives are: (a) synthesize a full suite of Texas water resource and system data into a common spatiotemporal framework, (b) develop a web-based product to deliver accessible and actionable water resource and system information to stakeholders, (c) assess the historical impact of drought and flood on water resources and systems, and (d) evaluate drought and flood risk and resilience. This research program is anticipated to yield significant insights for Texas water resource management and planning processes as well as to provide a strong foundation for further research projects.
This is a limited term appointment which, subject to performance as well as research program needs and funding, may or may not ultimately result in extension or permanent opportunities. Multiple research scientist associate positions are listed, and candidates are strongly encouraged to review Required Qualifications to determine which listing is best aligned with their skills and experience.
Functions:
-Perform research in the hydrology field, including analysis and interpretation of large datasets using various analytical, statistical, and numerical techniques.
-Contribute to the publication of scientific papers and presentation of findings to scholarly meetings and stakeholders.
-Collaborate and coordinate with research program team members and participate in program development through proposals and other fundraising.
-In addition to other duties as assigned, provide support and service as needed to supervisor, the Bureau, and the Jackson School.
To learn more or to apply for this position, click here. Please note that there are separate job boards depending on if you are a UT employee or not. It is imperative that you apply to the correct board. Once you have accessed the correct job board, you can either search for the position using either the title of the position or the job code. For instructions on how to apply through the correct job board, click here.
RESA III - Geoscience Data and Collections Engineer/Geoscientist
Job Code: R_00040588
Purpose: The Bureau of Economic Geology is seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Geoscience Data and Collections Engineer/Geoscientist to lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of systems for cataloging and managing the Bureau’s archive collections and physical rock materials (core, cuttings, thin sections and rock samples) and associated well and subsurface data, including paper logs, reports, etc. This role requires a unique combination of geoscience knowledge and data science expertise to support the long-term preservation, accessibility, and usability of one of the largest geologic collections in the world.
Functions:
-Process, organize, and describe physical and digital archival collections, including maps, field notes, photographs, unpublished reports, and a wide range of geological and geophysical data types.
-Design and maintain robust digital systems for cataloging and managing geological archive records, samples and associated metadata.
-Collaborate with geoscientists, IT staff, and collection managers to ensure data integrity, accessibility, and scalability.
-Develop and implement workflows for digitizing, tagging, and integrating archive records, paper logs and other analog records.
-Lead efforts to modernize legacy data systems and migrate data to new platforms as needed.
-Ensure compliance with data standards and best practices in geoscience informatics.
-Provide technical support and training to staff and researchers using the collections database.
-Contribute to strategic planning for long-term data stewardship and digital infrastructure.
-Provides research support by facilitating access to archival records for scholars, scientists, and the public, supporting research initiatives, and public engagement with institutional resources.
-Supports Bureau researchers and donors in the submission and integration of new archival records, ensuring accurate documentation and incorporation into the existing archive.
-Collaborates with the Resource Center Manager, Resource Center System Specialist, and researchers to enhance the Bureau’s archival database.
To learn more or to apply for this position, click here. Please note that there are separate job boards depending on if you are a UT employee or not. It is imperative that you apply to the correct board. Once you have accessed the correct job board, you can either search for the position using either the title of the position or the job code. For instructions on how to apply through the correct job board, click here.
Seismology Postdoctoral Fellow
Job Code: R_00028107
Purpose: Analysis of Geophysical and Geomechanical data to provide models that can be calibrated and verified from available data, to identify processes for earthquake risk mitigation.
Functions: Provide novel research on geomechanical and pore pressure models linking human operations to the evolving seismicity rates. The goal is to be able to construct models that explain the nucleation and evolution of seismicity. Model-inputs might include earthquake and hydrogeological data, stress-change models, etc. In addition, you will contribute to collaborative research modeling stress changes in the subsurface due to geo-energy related operations, validating potential identification of causal factors. The results could be integrated in a regional time-dependent seismic hazard model estimating approaches for risk mitigation. Present in meetings and conferences. Publish in peer review journals.
To learn more or to apply for this position, click here. Please note that there are separate job boards depending on if you are a UT employee or not. It is imperative that you apply to the correct board. Once you have accessed the correct job board, you can either search for the position using either the title of the position or the job code. For instructions on how to apply through the correct job board, click here.
Administrative/Clerical Staff
Senior Departmental Buyer
Job Code: R_00043049
Purpose: The Senior Departmental Buyer serves as the lead procurement specialist for the Bureau of Economic Geology, overseeing the acquisition of goods, services, equipment, and materials essential to the Bureau’s research and operational activities. This position ensures that all purchasing activities comply with university, state, and federal procurement policies and procedures. The role requires a high level of autonomy, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex purchasing transactions in support of scientific research and administrative functions.
The Senior Buyer acts as the primary liaison between the Bureau, the University Purchasing Office, vendors, and internal stakeholders. Responsibilities include processing purchase orders, managing vendor relationships, resolving procurement issues, and maintaining accurate purchasing records. The position also supports inventory management, contract negotiation, and contributes to the development of procurement strategies that align with the Bureau’s mission and budgetary goals.
This role is critical in ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement that supports the Bureau’s multidisciplinary research initiatives in energy, environment, and economics.
In addition to procurement duties, the Senior Buyer serves as the team lead for the Bureau’s purchasing staff, providing guidance, training, and oversight to ensure consistent and compliant purchasing practices across the unit.
Functions: Coordinate and execute the full procurement lifecycle for goods, services, and equipment, including vendor selection, bid solicitation, contract review, and purchase order processing. Performs purchasing, receiving, and reconciliation activities for the procurement of supplies, materials, equipment and services utilizing the Bureau’s internal Purchasing System. Performs buying and purchasing activities using the UT ProCard, PointPlus and UT Market. Submit agreements to UT’s Business Contracts Office and act as Senior Departmental contact for contract negotiations and final signature. Provide guidance on contract negotiation including basic review on contract terms. Ensure all purchasing activities adhere to UT Austin, UT System, and State of Texas procurement policies and procedures. Maintain accurate documentation and audit readiness.
Assist in locating products and services required to meet contractual requirements. Provides pricing for contract cost estimates and planning. Provide advance planning and guidance concerning approvals and procedures. Collaborate with financial staff to align purchases with budgetary constraints and grant requirements. Monitor expenditures and assist with financial reporting.
Serve as team lead for departmental purchasing staff. Provide training, mentorship, and oversight to ensure consistent application of procurement standards and best practices.
Identify opportunities to streamline procurement processes. Generate reports and metrics to support operational efficiency and strategic planning.
To learn more or to apply for this position, click here. Please note that there are separate job boards depending on if you are a UT employee or not. It is imperative that you apply to the correct board. Once you have accessed the correct job board, you can either search for the position using either the title of the position or the job code. For instructions on how to apply through the correct job board, click here.
Executive/Managerial Staff
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