Job Posting Title:
Research Engineering/Scientist Associate I, Nuclear Engineering Teaching Laboratory
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Hiring Department:
Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering
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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:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
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Job Details:
General Notes
As a top-10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas, the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest numbers of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Cockrell School embodies the city’s innovative spirit. Major companies with Austin campuses, such as Dell, National Instruments, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google, and many others, continue to recruit Cockrell School students at a remarkable rate, launching thousands of successful careers and developing Texas Engineers into industry leaders.
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 website (https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits) to learn more about the total benefits offered.
Purpose
The Research Engineering/Scientist Associate I provides support of foundational research developed in the Nuclear & Applied Research Group as well as from other research groups at UT Austin. This position will end 12/25/25. Extension is subject to further funding approval.
Responsibilities
Carries out entry-level engineering and scientific research in applied robotics for use in extreme environments, particularly in the nuclear, oil and gas industries, and/or military applications though other application areas may be considered
Evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering and scientific techniques used in routine research
Document observations and measurements to ensure conformity to project specifications
Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to multitask.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate administrative information to technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization.
Strong listening skills and a focus on customer advocacy.
Extensive experience with MS Office products.
Ability to travel up to 10% to work with project stakeholders.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience conducting research, including experience contributing to or authoring scholarly publications in archival journals, filing of patent applications, and/or having received research funding from governmental and private funding agencies.
Experience in CAD and 3D printing. Experience with basic wiring, DC circuits, and microcontrollers.
Working knowledge of the application areas: nuclear, oil and gas industries, or the defense industry.
Salary Range
$50,000 + depending on experience
Working Conditions
May work around standard office conditions
Work in an academic research environment
Working in a lab environment
May work in field environments
Work with large robotic systems or autonomous vehicles
Occasional work with hazardous materials (chemical, cryogenics, compressed gas, and radioactive materials)
Work Shift
M-F, flexible between hours of 7:30am-5:30pm
Location: The University of Texas at Austin (UT) main campus (and Pickle Research Campus (PRC) occasionally.)
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Examples of work product may be requested during the interview process
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume in the first step of the online job application process. Then, any additional Required Materials will be uploaded in the My Experience section; you can multi-select the additional files or click the Upload button for each file. 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.
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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.
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