Estuarine Research Engineer I

The University of Texas at Austin; Port Aransas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate I to assist in studying estuarine systems in South Texas. The role includes fieldwork, laboratory analyses, and data reporting, with potential Arctic Coast collaboration.

Responsibilities cover field sampling, instrument operation, data management, and mentoring teachers and students in research experiences; outreach activities are also part of the role.

Qualifications

• A B.S. degree in marine/environmental science with related experience is required.
• Ability to operate specialized research instrumentation and equipment as project requires.
• Background in benthic studies in estuarine/coastal systems is desired.
• Knowledge of isotopic and stoichiometric signatures in ecology.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field sampling logistics in South Texas estuarine systems and Beaufort Sea.
• Operate small boats, snow machines, and ice drills for sample collection.
• Assist with biota sorting and identification in the lab using scopes.
• Conduct routine laboratory analyses for nutrients, isotopes, organic matter, and chlorophyll.
• Calculate stoichiometric ratios and maintain data records.

Skills

Field sampling

Lab analysis

Data analysis

Instrument operation

Isotope analysis

Report writing

Mentoring

Education

B.S. in marine/environmental science

M.S. preferred

Tools

CTDs

SeaFETS

Lowell tilt meters

RBR/YSI equipment

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate I to assist in studying estuarine systems in South Texas. The role includes fieldwork, laboratory analyses, and data reporting, with potential Arctic Coast collaboration.

Responsibilities cover field sampling, instrument operation, data management, and mentoring teachers and students in research experiences; outreach activities are also part of the role.