Phase2 Technology
Research Associate, McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering, Cockrell School
Phase2 Technology, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Job Posting Title: Research Associate, McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering, Cockrell School of Engineering
Position open to: All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
FLSA Status: Exempt
Earliest Start Date: May 31, 2025
Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until May 31, 2028
Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS
Job Details General Notes: This is a grant‑funded position with an expected end date of May 31, 2028. Continuation of the role is contingent upon ongoing grant funding. The position is PI‑eligible, and as such the individual in this position will have the opportunity to apply for grant funding independently and/or in collaboration with Professor Hildebrandt Ruiz.
The Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) is a top‑10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas. It has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century, offering 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, 20+ research centers, and a faculty community that includes many National Academy of Engineering members. Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world‑changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care. Situated in Austin—named "America’s Coolest City" by Expedia and "The Best Place to Live in the U.S." by U.S. News and World Report—the Cockrell School embodies the city’s innovative spirit. Major companies such as Dell, National Instruments, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google, and many others recruit Cockrell School students at a remarkable rate, launching thousands of successful careers and developing Texas Engineers into industry leaders.
UT Austin provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages that include:
Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 7.75% employer matching funds
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax‑Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
Tuition assistance
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
Free access to UT Austin’s libraries and museums with staff ID card
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin Cap Metro buses with staff ID card
Purpose A Research Associate position is available in the McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering at UT Austin, supervised by Professor Lea Hildebrandt Ruiz. The role will involve a variety of air quality measurement studies in the laboratory and in the field, as well as project management and mentorship responsibilities, as described below.
Responsibilities
Ambient measurements (requires travel):
Conduct ambient measurement campaigns using stationary and mobile measurement platforms (requires Texas driver’s license). Collaborate with team members and external collaborators. Take a leading role in coordinating measurement plans and other project activities, including data analysis. Estimated travel is approximately 2 weeks every 2‑3 months.
Communication:
Prepare scientific papers and reports; present scientific results to collaborators and sponsors, and at major conferences. Communicate results to non‑technical audiences in industry, government, and the public.
Laboratory chamber experiments:
Conduct laboratory chamber experiments in collaboration with other team members and collaborators. Take a leading role in planning experiments and analyzing data.
Project Management:
Propose, plan, schedule, coordinate, and complete detailed phases of ongoing projects; devise new approaches to problems encountered. Lead and manage projects involving multiple universities and outside organizations to meet deadlines and deliverables.
Mentorship:
Mentor students, post‑doctoral scholars, and other personnel on projects by training them, organizing and conducting regular meetings, and tracking progress throughout the project.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
Proficiency in using advanced mass spectrometric instrumentation, including chemical ionization or aerosol mass spectrometers, or closely related instrumentation.
Proficiency in quantitative analyses utilizing mass spectrometric instrumentation.
Proficiency in Igor Pro and mass spectrometric data analysis using this software.
Ability to communicate research in writing and orally to broad audiences.
Ability to obtain UT Austin driver status, which requires a Texas driver’s license (required for mobile measurements).
Preferred Qualifications
Postdoctoral research experience.
Mentoring experience.
Fieldwork experience.
Demonstrated experience in statistical modeling, data analysis, and scientific programming languages (Python, Matlab, or R).
Familiar with geographical information systems like ArcGIS.
Driving Required This job requires a class "C" operator’s driver's license. The applicant must provide a current three‑year driving record from their state of residence. If not a Texas resident, a Texas driver’s license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a resident. Employees requiring a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre‑employment, post‑accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return‑to‑duty, and follow‑up testing).
Salary Range $80,000+ depending on qualifications.
Working Conditions
May work in standard office conditions.
Physical Tasks
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
Use of manual dexterity.
Required Materials
Resume/CV.
Three work references with contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.
Letter of interest.
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers Applicants will be prompted to submit their resume the first time they apply, then can upload a new resume for subsequent applications. Any additional required materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) must be uploaded in the Application Questions section. Ensure all required materials are uploaded before submitting the application; no changes can be made afterward.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers Current employees must apply within Workday by searching for "Find UT Jobs." Log in to Workday, navigate to the Worker Profile, click the Career link, and update the Professional Profile before applying. The application is one page and requires uploading a resume. Additional required materials must be uploaded in labeled questions.
Employment Eligibility Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings recruited through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting, including promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility The retirement plan for this position is the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), applicable for positions at least 20 hours per week and 135 days in length. The Optional Retirement Program (ORP) is available for positions at least 40 hours per week and 135 days in length.
Background Checks A criminal history background check will be required for finalists under consideration.
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 nothing to 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 UT Austin will not discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about or disclose their own or another employee’s pay. Employees with access to compensation information cannot disclose pay unless it is in response to a formal complaint, an investigation, or required by law.
Employment Eligibility Verification Hired employees must complete the federal I‑9 form and present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States by the third day of employment; failure to do so will result in loss of employment.
E-Verify UT Austin uses E‑Verify to check new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number is 854197. For more information, see:
E‑Verify Poster (English) [PDF]
E‑Verify Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Right To Work Poster (English) [PDF]
Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Compliance Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Clery Act. If identified as a Campus Security Authority, you will be notified and provided resources. All prospective employees are notified of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report; it can be accessed online or obtained at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
FLSA Status: Exempt
Earliest Start Date: May 31, 2025
Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until May 31, 2028
Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS
Job Details General Notes: This is a grant‑funded position with an expected end date of May 31, 2028. Continuation of the role is contingent upon ongoing grant funding. The position is PI‑eligible, and as such the individual in this position will have the opportunity to apply for grant funding independently and/or in collaboration with Professor Hildebrandt Ruiz.
The Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) is a top‑10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas. It has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century, offering 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, 20+ research centers, and a faculty community that includes many National Academy of Engineering members. Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world‑changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care. Situated in Austin—named "America’s Coolest City" by Expedia and "The Best Place to Live in the U.S." by U.S. News and World Report—the Cockrell School embodies the city’s innovative spirit. Major companies such as Dell, National Instruments, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google, and many others recruit Cockrell School students at a remarkable rate, launching thousands of successful careers and developing Texas Engineers into industry leaders.
UT Austin provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages that include:
Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 7.75% employer matching funds
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax‑Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
Tuition assistance
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
Free access to UT Austin’s libraries and museums with staff ID card
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin Cap Metro buses with staff ID card
Purpose A Research Associate position is available in the McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering at UT Austin, supervised by Professor Lea Hildebrandt Ruiz. The role will involve a variety of air quality measurement studies in the laboratory and in the field, as well as project management and mentorship responsibilities, as described below.
Responsibilities
Ambient measurements (requires travel):
Conduct ambient measurement campaigns using stationary and mobile measurement platforms (requires Texas driver’s license). Collaborate with team members and external collaborators. Take a leading role in coordinating measurement plans and other project activities, including data analysis. Estimated travel is approximately 2 weeks every 2‑3 months.
Communication:
Prepare scientific papers and reports; present scientific results to collaborators and sponsors, and at major conferences. Communicate results to non‑technical audiences in industry, government, and the public.
Laboratory chamber experiments:
Conduct laboratory chamber experiments in collaboration with other team members and collaborators. Take a leading role in planning experiments and analyzing data.
Project Management:
Propose, plan, schedule, coordinate, and complete detailed phases of ongoing projects; devise new approaches to problems encountered. Lead and manage projects involving multiple universities and outside organizations to meet deadlines and deliverables.
Mentorship:
Mentor students, post‑doctoral scholars, and other personnel on projects by training them, organizing and conducting regular meetings, and tracking progress throughout the project.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
Proficiency in using advanced mass spectrometric instrumentation, including chemical ionization or aerosol mass spectrometers, or closely related instrumentation.
Proficiency in quantitative analyses utilizing mass spectrometric instrumentation.
Proficiency in Igor Pro and mass spectrometric data analysis using this software.
Ability to communicate research in writing and orally to broad audiences.
Ability to obtain UT Austin driver status, which requires a Texas driver’s license (required for mobile measurements).
Preferred Qualifications
Postdoctoral research experience.
Mentoring experience.
Fieldwork experience.
Demonstrated experience in statistical modeling, data analysis, and scientific programming languages (Python, Matlab, or R).
Familiar with geographical information systems like ArcGIS.
Driving Required This job requires a class "C" operator’s driver's license. The applicant must provide a current three‑year driving record from their state of residence. If not a Texas resident, a Texas driver’s license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a resident. Employees requiring a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre‑employment, post‑accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return‑to‑duty, and follow‑up testing).
Salary Range $80,000+ depending on qualifications.
Working Conditions
May work in standard office conditions.
Physical Tasks
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
Use of manual dexterity.
Required Materials
Resume/CV.
Three work references with contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.
Letter of interest.
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers Applicants will be prompted to submit their resume the first time they apply, then can upload a new resume for subsequent applications. Any additional required materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) must be uploaded in the Application Questions section. Ensure all required materials are uploaded before submitting the application; no changes can be made afterward.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers Current employees must apply within Workday by searching for "Find UT Jobs." Log in to Workday, navigate to the Worker Profile, click the Career link, and update the Professional Profile before applying. The application is one page and requires uploading a resume. Additional required materials must be uploaded in labeled questions.
Employment Eligibility Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings recruited through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting, including promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility The retirement plan for this position is the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), applicable for positions at least 20 hours per week and 135 days in length. The Optional Retirement Program (ORP) is available for positions at least 40 hours per week and 135 days in length.
Background Checks A criminal history background check will be required for finalists under consideration.
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 nothing to 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 UT Austin will not discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about or disclose their own or another employee’s pay. Employees with access to compensation information cannot disclose pay unless it is in response to a formal complaint, an investigation, or required by law.
Employment Eligibility Verification Hired employees must complete the federal I‑9 form and present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States by the third day of employment; failure to do so will result in loss of employment.
E-Verify UT Austin uses E‑Verify to check new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number is 854197. For more information, see:
E‑Verify Poster (English) [PDF]
E‑Verify Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Right To Work Poster (English) [PDF]
Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Compliance Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Clery Act. If identified as a Campus Security Authority, you will be notified and provided resources. All prospective employees are notified of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report; it can be accessed online or obtained at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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