Job Posting Title:
Senior Research Scientist ----
Hiring Department:
Latino Research Institute ----
Position Open To:
All Applicants ----
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40 ----
FLSA Status:
Exempt from FLSA ----
Earliest Start Date:
Nov 16, 2026 ----
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Nov 16, 2028 ----
Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS ----
Job Details:
General Notes
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This is a two-year, fixed-term position, with an anticipated end date two years from the hire date.
Purpose
Engage in independent and collaborative research project with one or more UT faculty members and other UT research personnel and participate in research related activities, with the expectation of assuming a leadership role on activities when appropriate.
Responsibilities
Conceptualize and lead in development of successful proposals for new studies that support the Latino Research Institute's research program. Contribute to ongoing major research projects, provide input into new directions for existing program areas, and secure funding for new projects consistent with the mission of the Latino Research Institute.
Collaborate with investigators outside the Latino Research Institute and establish sustainable academic research partnerships with local, state, national, and international non-governmental organizations and governmental agencies.
Develop and carry out methodological and/or applied research leading to peer-reviewed publications, policy briefs, and other modes of dissemination.
Provide service to the scientific community through membership on national boards and study review panels.
Provide mentorship to the Latino Research Institute’s researchers, faculty affiliates, and trainees.
Required Qualifications
Doctorate in epidemiology, statistics, demography, sociology, public health, or related field with at least 10 years of applicable experience.
Research accomplishments and professional experience equivalent to that of a full professor, including supervision of research programs or projects as a principal investigator.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A sustained record of research that offers critical and comparative approaches to Mexican American and Latino populations in the U.S.
A demonstrable record of peer-reviewed publication and funding.
A demonstrated ability to lead highly interactive and multidisciplinary research teams.
Preferred Qualifications
More than the minimum required number of years of experience.
Salary Range
$100,000.00
Working Conditions
May work around standard office conditions
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
Occasional weekend, overtime and evening work to meet deadlines
Work Shift
M-F 40 hrs/wk
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor; please note that finalists for this position will be required to have three letters from professional references—minimum of 2 external to UT Austin--attesting to candidate's record of independent research
Letter of interest
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…