ARL:UT Geodesy GRA

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin in Austin, TX invites qualified graduate students to join the ARL:UT Geodesy GRA. The position supports graduate assistance and research in the Space and Geophysics Laboratory, with a 40-hour work week and an immediate start on a project focused on GNSS, VLBI, and space geodesy.

You will develop algorithms, collect and analyze data from a novel radio interferometer and a 25-meter VLBA telescope, and contribute to position and timing solutions from sequential GNSS

Qualifications

• Pursuing a graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, Geodesy, or related field.
• Current UT Austin graduate student enrolled in at least 9 credit hours during the long semester and 3 credit hours in the summer.
• Research interest in radio astronomy, VLBI, GNSS, geodesy, or related field.
• Experience in programming in object-oriented languages (C++ or Python).
• Overall GPA of at least 3.0 is expected.

Responsibilities

• Develop algorithms and software in GNSS and VLBI for space geodesy.
• Participate in field experiments by collecting, processing and analyzing data from a GNSS software-defined radio receiver and a 25-meter VLBA telescope.
• Help develop software for position and timing solutions from sequential GNSS satellite observations.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Skills

OO programming (C++/Python)

GNSS/VLBI interest

Education

Graduate student in EE/AE/Geodesy or related field

Tools

Matlab

Python

C++

Job description

Job Posting Title:

ARL:UT Geodesy GRA

Hiring Department:

Applied Research Laboratories

Position Open To:

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

FLSA Status:

Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

Location:

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Job Details

Purpose

Support the Space and Geophysics Laboratory of ARL (SGL) with graduate assistance and research.

Responsibilities

• Develop algorithms and software in the areas of Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) and Very Long Baseline Interferometry (VLBI), advancing the state of the art in space geodesy.
• Participate in field experiments by collecting, processing and analyzing data from a novel radio interferometer consisting of a GNSS software-defined radio receiver and a 25-meter VLBA radio telescope.
• Help develop software for position and timing solutions from sequential GNSS satellite observations, leading to an advancement of our understanding of the Earth’s surface and interior.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Pursuing a graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, Geodesy, or related field.
• Current UT Austin graduate student enrolled in at least 9 credit hours during the long semester and 3 credit hours in the summer.
• Research interest in radio astronomy, VLBI, GNSS, geodesy, or related field.
• Experience in programming in object-oriented languages (C++ or Python).
• Overall GPA of at least 3.0 is expected.

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

• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as Matlab or Python is a plus.

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.

ARL student positions are reviewed for reappointment every semester.

Visit our website (www.arlut.utexas.edu) for additional information about ARL.

Salary Range

$35.58+/hour depending on experience and progress towards advanced degree.

Working Conditions

• Standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility

Please confirm your eligibility for this position here: http://www.utexas.edu/hr/student/student_acad_employment.html

Retirement Plan Eligibility

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

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 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.

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 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.

E-Verify

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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.

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