- Gravity field estimation, validation, and analysis using spaceborne satellite tracking data.
- Operation and maintenance of data systems and software for gravity field estimation and validation.
- Algorithmic research and innovation in the solution of the gravity field inverse problems in diverse contexts.
- Research development, documentation, assist in student training, and other research and tasks as assigned or needed.
- PhD in Aerospace Engineering or related disciplines.
- Experience with satellite geodetic data analysis and interpretation of Earth's global gravity field.
- Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
- Experience with diverse methods of solving the satellite gravity inverse problem, with particular attention to stabilization and regularization methods.
- Familiarity with AI/ML methods.
- Familiarity with science data systems for space geodetic missions, the space environment, spaceflight mechanics, and engineering analysis of data.
- Experience with analysis of common satellite geodetic measurements such as from satellite-to-satellite tracking, GNSS, and gravity gradiometry.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Should be self-motivated, and demonstrate desire and ability to work with others in a deadline-driven, collaborative environment.
- Computing: Experience with Unix/Linux environment, shell scripting and python is required. Experience with MPI/OpenMP and coding in multi-processor high-performance computing cluster environment is preferred. Experience with databases and FORTRAN, C, C++, php is a plus.
- May work around standard office conditions.
- Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
- Occasional on-call/travel duties.
- This is a TX-based position eligible for flexible scheduling and hybrid work.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
- Resume/CV
- 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Letter of interest(a statement of your anticipated post-PhD research agenda in satellite geodesy, including comments on the modern or emerging paradigms in solution of satellite gravity inverse problems-maximum 2 page long)
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Research Associate - Austin, United States - University of Texas at Austin
Description
Job Posting Title:
Research Associate----
Hiring Department:
Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics----
Position Open To:
All Applicants----
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40----
FLSA Status:
Exempt----
Earliest Start Date:
May 15, 2024----
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue----
Location:
PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS----
Job Details:
General Notes
UTCSR is responsible for the scoping, science data analysis and science operations for the US/German GRACE-FO and GRACE-C Missions. An understanding of gravity field estimation from satellite geodetic data within an operational space mission environment is essential for this job.
Purpose
Contribute to science algorithm innovation, science data analysis and interpretation for gravity missions at CSR. Expected to publish scholarly research and develop or contribute to development of grant proposals for scholarly research.
Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Salary Range
$85,000+ depending on qualifications.
Working Conditions
Required Materials
Importantfor 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.
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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. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 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.
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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.
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Pay Transparency:
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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.
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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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