Seismologist - Analyst

Job Posting Title:

Seismologist - 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 position is located at the J. J. Pickle Research Campus in North Austin.

Purpose

As part of a multi-disciplinary, integrated research team, the candidate will participate directly in efforts to provide support for maintenance/deployment of seismic stations and seismic data flow.

Responsibilities

* To work on establishing earthquake locations and perform research.

* Make frequent field visits with team members for deployment and troubleshooting seismic equipment.

* Provide results and present in our stakeholder groups and conferences

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with 4 years experience or Master's degree with 2 years experience in geophysics, physics, electrical engineering, earth science, or related field. Hands-on experience in earthquake location. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in groups and independently, sometimes in demanding conditions. Ability to manage complex systems. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to meet deadlines and deliverables. Professional demeanor and excellent interpersonal skills

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

More than the required years of experience, with specific background and hands-on experience with earthquake location software (e. g. SeisComP, Antelope, Seisan, Earthworm) and geophysical equipment. Proficiency in SeisComP is particularly desirable. Familiarity with Linux operating systems. Knowledge of Python programming language, including experience in developing scripts and tools for seismic data processing and analysis. Willingness and ability to adapt to changing research programs and project needs. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Salary Range

$67,000+ depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

* Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)

* May work in all weather conditions

* May work in extreme temperatures

* May work around chemical fumes

* May work around standard office conditions

* May work around chemicals

* May work around electrical and mechanical hazards

* Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

* Use of manual dexterity

* Climbing of stairs

* Climbing of ladders

* Lifting and moving

* Occasional weekend, overtime, and evening work to meet deadlines

* Occasional travel intrastate, interstate, international

* 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.

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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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