Job Details

Research Scientist Associate II

This is a fixed-term position that goes through December of 2027. This position is located at the J.J. Pickle Research Campus in North Austin.

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.

Responsibilities

1. Assist in mineral resource assessment, characterization and mapping efforts. 50%
2. Assist with the Mineral Resource Program tasks utilizing GIS, Satellite imagery and database development. 25%
3. Drafting and producing geologic maps, reports, and data associated with mineral resource projects. 25%

Required Qualifications

MS in Geology or related discipline with no experience or BS in Geology or related discipline with at least 2 years related experience. GIS skills, familiar with mineral resources, geologic mapping experience.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of Texas geology, air- and space-borne satellite imagery analysis used in geologic mapping, mineral resource characterization and assessment experience, aggregates, urban planning practices.

Salary Range

$65,000 + 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
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• Climbing of stairs
• Lifting and moving
• Occasional weekend, overtime, and evening work to meet deadlines
• Occasional travel intrastate, interstate, international
• Occasional fieldwork as necessary

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information
• Letter of interest