Conrad Blucher Institute for Surveying & Science

05/29/2026

CBI in action! Our Research Operations team was recently in Matagorda Bay performing trigonometric leveling on the instrumentation platform maintained by CBI. These stations are outfitted with instrumentation that collect environmental data, and annual leveling is crucial for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of data used by decisionmakers for coastal management, navigation, safety, recreation, and more.

05/28/2026

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position with an annual salary range up to $104K. Please see the referenced post for more information and details on how to apply.

📣 : Assistant Director, CBI Analytics and Technology Solutions💼

This position oversees a dynamic software engineering and development team delivering high-impact results for internal and external sponsors. Additionally, the Assistant Director serves as a Principal Investigator, providing scientific leadership on sponsored projects and securing external funding to advance the Institute’s research mission.

➡️APPLY TODAY: islanderjobs.tamucc.edu🏝️

05/27/2026

We're excited to cohost the 24th Airborne Coastal Mapping and Charting Community of Practice Meeting!

This free workshop brings together experts and enthusiasts to explore the latest in airborne coastal mapping and charting technologies and techniques. Dive into interactive sessions, hands-on demos, and lively discussions with fellow mapping pros. It's a great opportunity to connect, learn, and advance your skills in a friendly, informal setting!

🔗 Register now:

Join us in person for the 24th Airborne Coastal Mapping and Charting CoP Meeting to share and learn the latest mapping tech!

05/26/2026

Gain rare, behind-the-scenes access to the Texas General Land Office's Archives and Records Department without leaving your desk. Our free online course offers a way to earn 3 PDHs while exploring the stories, maps, and measurements that define Texas.

🔗 Enroll or learn more: conradblucherinstitute.org/glo-vtour

05/22/2026

CBI’s Shelby Sharpe and Dr. Richard Smith co-authored an article published in Geomatica (Vol. 78, Issue 2) that highlights the fragmentation in geomatics education curriculum, professional standards, and accreditation practices, and calls for further research to better align academic programs with professional competency requirements.

🔗 View article: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1195103626000212

05/21/2026

Searching for a summer camp for your rising 6th, 7th, or 8th grader? We still have a few spots available for our Geospatial Engineering and Land Surveying (GELS) Camp! Campers will enjoy a week filled with activities where they'll:
➡️ Map real places
➡️ Use professional surveying and mapping equipment
➡️ Explore STEM careers
➡️ ... and so much more!
📅 Camp dates: June 22–26, 2026
💲 Cost: $100 (refundable upon camp completion)
🔗 Register now: www.conradblucherinstitute.org/gels-camp

05/20/2026

CBI's Dr. Danielle Smilovsky shared her insights on The Golden Age of SAR: Advanced InSAR Applications for Texas & Beyond, during her recent presentation at the 36th Annual South Central Arc Users Group (SCAUG) Conference hosted in Corpus Christi, Texas.

05/19/2026

We’ve kicked off another exciting season of innovation by welcoming our largest cohort of AgTech REEU students to Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi! Funded by the USDA-NIFA, the program offers undergraduate students from four-year universities and community colleges hands-on research and extension experiences in innovative technologies to support sustainable agriculture.

To learn more, visit http://reeu.tamucc.edu. Here’s to a summer of growth and discovery!

05/18/2026

Now hiring: Field Research Operations Associate

We’re seeking candidates to join our Field Research Operations team and help maintain and deploy the expansive network of environmental monitoring stations along the Gulf Coast. Qualified candidates should demonstrate experience in the civil trades and an ability to perform the physical requirements of the position.

See Field Research Operations Associate or search R-092180 on Islander Jobs: https://bit.ly/4triV7Y

05/14/2026

Now hiring: Director, Innovation in Port Studies (iPORTS)

We’re seeking a visionary director to forge partnerships, drive groundbreaking research, and lead innovation at a new research hub dedicated to advancing science applications for marine port operations. This role offers a competitive salary (up to $120K annually) with potential for hybrid or remote work.

Apply now through Islander Jobs: https://bit.ly/iportsdirector