Job Posting Title: Underwater Acoustics Research Associate
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Hiring Department:
Applied Research Laboratories----
Position Open To:
All Applicants----
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40----
FLSA Status:
Exempt----
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately----
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue----
Location:
PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS----
Job Details:
The Environmental Sciences Laboratory (ESL) delivers capabilities to government customers for numerous applications, from on-site real-time data-intensive underwater acoustic signal processing to standalone remote field systems.
ESL is seeking a motivated individual to conduct SONAR and underwater acoustics research and development with an emphasis on acoustic modeling and simulation, signal processing, experimentation, and data analysis.
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and assess advanced underwater acoustic modeling techniques and algorithm development across various disciplines such as signal processing, statistical inference, propagation modeling, and system integration.
Conduct objective, research-centric analysis and assessments of real and simulated data for ARL:UT and industry SONAR systems and algorithms.
Communicate results of scientific research to sponsors and scientific community through briefings, working groups, meetings, technical reports, and publications.
Support the planning and execution of at-sea experimentation including hardware and software preparation, logistics, travel, data collection, and data analysis.
Collaborate with and participate in dynamic, multi-functional teams in support of specific program objectives.
Other related functions, as required.
Ph.D. degree Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or other applied science(s)
Demonstrated and varied experience with signal processing and data analysis.
Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve complex technical problems.
Demonstrated proficiency with MATLAB, Python or similar analysis environments.
Demonstrated ability to document and communicate research findings
Ability to travel in support of meetings and field work
Applicant must be highly organized, have excellent attention to detail, and possess sound scientific judgment. The position will require effective time management and the ability to plan, coordinate, and execute multiple tasks simultaneously. Regular/punctual attendance.
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.
Ph.D. degree and training in acoustics and signal processing
Experience modeling and analyzing ocean acoustic propagation
Experience with analytical mathematical techniques and numerical computation to model acoustic systems and environments
Prior research work experience in DoD-related applications
Experience with physical modeling, underwater acoustics, wave propagation, signal processing and/or sonar; applied mathematics, machine learning, uncertainty modeling and/or statistics; developing in both Windows and Linux environments
Advanced software proficiency in Matlab, Linux shell scripting, Python, and/or other scientific computing languages
Recent or immediate eligibility for access to classified information.
Experience with laboratory equipment, measurement, field work and troubleshooting
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 with 3.5 in core area
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.
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 holidays
Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website to learn more about the total benefits offered.
$120,000-$165,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications.
Standard office conditions
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
Some weekend, evening and holiday work
Possible interstate/intrastate travel
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Unofficial college transcripts
Important for 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.
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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:
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.
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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 ]]> <
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