Job Posting Title:

Underwater Acoustics Engineering Scientist

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Hiring Department:

Applied Research Laboratories

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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:

Purpose

Support research and development activities in the Environmental Sciences Laboratory (ESL)

Responsibilities

Direct, perform and develop advanced engineering and scientific research projects for a University Affiliated Research Center (UARC).

Process and analyze acoustic data for developing, testing, and evaluating SONAR systems.

Develop and implement research grade software and analysis tools in MATLAB and UNIX shell scripting. Software applications may include novel graphic visualizations, statistical analysis methods, or signal processing applications.

Travel to remote locations to provide support for data collection and processing efforts at sites and at sea.

Prepare and review analysis presentations and technical reports, and presenting results at internal and external meetings. Would include travel to present at external working group meetings, as well as directly to sponsors.

Determine project requirements and desired results, and develop procedures to be used to attain such results and evaluate success/failure in achieving stated goals.

Collaborate with and participate in dynamic, multi-functional teams in support of specific program objectives, which may include advising and overseeing junior staff.

Assist with data transfer processes and ensure compliance with security requirements.

Work on special projects as assigned.

Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related discipline.

Three or more years of experience with one or more of the following: analysis of acoustic data, signal processing or automation algorithms design, and/or estimating sonar system performance.

Demonstrated proficiency with software design, programing, and analysis using MATLAB.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and collaboratively, with a strong commitment to contributing to the program and enabling the entire team.

The position requires attention to detail, effective problem solving, sound engineering judgment, good communication skills, and the ability to use time effectively in order to meet deadlines.

US Citizen: Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position. Eligibility for access to all levels of classified information authorized by the project sponsor(s) must continue without interruption during employment, including the successful completion of security polygraph examination(s), as required by the sponsor(s).

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related discipline.

Current or recent eligibility for access to classified information.

Experience with remote field work either at sea or in geophysical applications.

Advanced fluency in MATLAB or Python/SciPy, Linux shell scripting, and version control software

Demonstrated ability using standard software development lifecycle practices

Experience summarizing analysis results in PowerPoint and presenting research results.

Experience documenting analysis results in written reports.

Proven ability to work independently, formulate research questions, and take initiative.

Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Cumulative GPA of 3.0.

General Notes

An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.

Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required.  Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing.

Visit our website (www.arlut.utexas.edu) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories.

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:  
·    100% employer-paid basic medical coverage 
·    Retirement contributions  
·    Paid vacation and sick time 
·    Paid holidays 
Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website  to learn more about the total benefits offered.

Salary Range

$104,000-$174,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

Standard office conditions

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Use of manual dexterity

Some weekend, evening, and holiday work

Use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Will work outdoors, indoors, and over water

Offshore work on ships

Possible interstate/intrastate/international travel

Required Materials

Resume/CV

3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Letter of interest

Unofficial college transcript

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 in to 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:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

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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.