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Hydrographic Survey Analyst

Company: University of Texas at Austin
Location: Austin
Posted on: October 16, 2024

Job Description:

Job Posting Title:Hydrographic Survey Analyst----Hiring Department:Applied Research Laboratories----Position Open To:All Applicants----Weekly Scheduled Hours:40----FLSA Status:Exempt----Earliest Start Date:Sep 01, 2024----Position Duration:Expected to Continue----Location:PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS----Job Details:PurposeContribute to research and development tasks within the Environmental Sciences Laboratory (ESL).Responsibilities

  • Conduct desktop studies by evaluating archival and academically available hydrographic and GIS data to characterize various ocean environments for bottom type and understand the oceanographic and geophysical processes involved.
  • Develop hydrographic survey plans that may include the collection of bathymetry, side scan, or sub-bottom, and the deployment of sensors such as Current Meters, Cores, AUVs, and Ambient Noise measurement systems.
  • Provide at-sea support for shipboard data collection efforts.
  • Environmental characterization of various ocean regions using hydrographic datasets from various sources including bathymetry, backscatter, sub-bottom, sound speed, current meters, cores, etc. Includes collaborative research efforts with other team members.
  • Implement and maintain research grade software and analysis tools to support the analysis and interpretation of oceanographic data.
  • Preparation and review of analysis presentations and reports. Presentation of analysis results at internal and external working group meetings (may include travel).
  • Other related functions as assigned.Required Qualifications
    • Bachelor's degree in Oceanography, Marine Geology, Geophysics, or related discipline.
    • Experience with processing, analysis, or interpretation of oceanographic survey data.
    • The position will require 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.Preferred Qualifications
      • Master's degree in Geological Oceanography, Marine Geology, Geophysics or related discipline.
      • IHO Cat-A Hydrographer Certificate or completion of the Multibeam course
      • Current or recent eligibility for access to classified information.
      • At least one year of experience with one or more of the following:
        • Geological Oceanography and/or Marine Geology including expertise in seafloor mapping, sedimentation processes, bottom sediment characterization, geoacoustics, and/ or ocean circulation
        • Processing of hydrographic survey data including multibeam bathymetry, backscatter, sub-bottom, sidescan, and magnetometer
        • Expertise in GIS analysis and interpretation of oceanographic data
        • Hydrographic survey planning
        • Subsea cable or pipeline route planning
        • Experience with subsea geotechnical site characterization for construction of pipelines or offshore installations
        • Experience working at-sea with data acquisition equipment.
        • Experience with commercial software packages such as SonarWiz, CARIS, Qimera, Fledermaus, MakaiLay, and/or ESRI ArcGIS.
        • At least one year of experience with environmental analysis using Matlab or Python.
        • Experience working in both Windows and Linux environments.
        • Experience summarizing analysis results in technical reports and PowerPoint presentations, and presenting research results.
        • Proven ability to work with minimal direction, formulate research plans, solve tough problems, and take initiative.
        • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills.
        • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 with a 3.5 in major coursework.General NotesAn 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 () 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 holidaysPlease visit our to learn more about the total benefits offered.Salary Range$88,500-$120,000+/negotiable depending on qualificationsWorking Conditions
          • Standard office conditions
          • Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
          • Use of manual dexterity
          • Some weekend, evening and holiday work
          • Possible interstate/intrastate travelRequired Materials
            • Resume/CV
            • 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
            • Letter of interest
            • Unofficial college transcriptImportantfor 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 thatALLRequired 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 questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.----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.----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.----Background Checks:A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.----Equal Opportunity Employer:The University of Texas at Austin, as an ,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.----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.----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 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.----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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              • [PDF]----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 .The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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