Job Posting Title:

Water Resources Analyst

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Hiring Department:

Bureau of Economic Geology

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

This is a position at the J.J. Pickle Research Campus in North Austin.

Purpose

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to fill a permanent position within the Bureau’s hydro/geology research group. This position will ultimately see many opportunities for a wide range of research activities but, in service to the Bureau’s role as the state geological survey, a strong focus on Texas water systems and resources is expected. Initially, this position will be a key member of a team conducting a research program intended to assemble and synthesize a full suite of Texas water resource/systems data in order to: (a) assess the impact of historical drought on water resources/systems, (b) consider prospective drought scenario impacts, and (c) evaluate drought risk and resilience. This research program is anticipated to yield significant insights for Texas water resource management and planning processes as well as provide a strong foundation for further research projects.

Responsibilities

Perform research in the hydro/geology field, including analysis and interpretation of large datasets using various analytical, statistical, and numerical techniques

Collaborate and coordinate with research program team members

Contribute to the publication of scientific papers and presentation of findings to stakeholders

Proposal development and other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

M.S. in Earth Science (e.g. Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Geology, Geography), Civil Engineering, or closely related field with at least two (2) years of relevant professional experience. Demonstrated experience and aptitude within a hydrology/hydrogeology context with: (a) data analytics, wrangling, management, and synthesis, (b) numerical, statistical, and analytical modeling environments (e.g. Python), and (c) GIS analytics. Ability and desire to effectively: (a) manage, assimilate, and analyze complex datasets, (b) disseminate research project results to professional peers, (c) work within an integrated team of scientists, engineers, and economists in a dynamic environment, and (d) meet deadlines. Professional demeanor, excellent interpersonal skills, and superb written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated aptitude and experience with: (a) assembling and synthesizing disparate water-related datasets, (b) artificial intelligence/machine learning techniques applied to hydrology/hydrogeology, (c) hydrogeology, (d) groundwater modeling environments (e.g. MODFLOW, FlowPy), (e) surface water flow and appropriation modeling, and (f) drought metrics development. Familiarity with Texas surface water and groundwater resources (i.e. aquifers, river basins, reservoirs, etc.)

Salary Range

$71,000+ depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

May work in all weather conditions

May work in extreme temperatures

May work around standard office conditions

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Occasional weekend, overtime, and evening work to meet deadlines

Fieldwork as necessary

Required Materials

Resume/CV

3 work references with their contact information

Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.  Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled into your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

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.

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Pay Transparency:

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

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.  You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.  Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.  Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.