Geoscience Strategy & Collaboration Project Lead

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,200 - 85,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid basic medical coverage

Free Capital Metro bus rides

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is looking for a Science Project Manager to oversee its Strategic Investment Programs within the Jackson School of Geosciences. This role requires developing strategies that leverage project assets, disseminating research findings, and fostering collaborations on national and international levels.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's or Ph.D. in Earth science, strong strategic planning abilities, and excellent interpersonal skills. The position offers competitive benefits including health coverage and retirement contributions.

Qualifications

• Experience providing strategic direction for new research programs across geoscience disciplines.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work within an integrated team.
• Flexible to adapt to changing research priorities.

Responsibilities

• Identify collaboration opportunities within SIP, JSG, and UT.
• Engage stakeholders to ensure research relevance.
• Coordinate development of scientific publications.
• Provide updates to the Jackson School community.
• Support management of the Advisory Board and organize meetings.
• Assist with recruiting early-career researchers.

Skills

Strategic direction for research programs

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage and disseminate research results

Communication skills

Education

M.Sc. in Earth science or related field

Ph.D. in Earth science or related field (preferred)

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is looking for a Science Project Manager to oversee its Strategic Investment Programs within the Jackson School of Geosciences. This role requires developing strategies that leverage project assets, disseminating research findings, and fostering collaborations on national and international levels.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's or Ph.D. in Earth science, strong strategic planning abilities, and excellent interpersonal skills. The position offers competitive benefits including health coverage and retirement contributions.