Tuesday, December 16, 2014

Position opening: Research Geologist / Stratigrapher Indiana Geological Survey



Research Geologist / Stratigrapher
Indiana Geological Survey

The Indiana Geological Survey (IGS), a research institute of Indiana University, seeks applications for a geologist to perform geologic mapping and basic and applied research relating to the geology and stratigraphy of the State of Indiana. The individual will work within the Geologic Mapping section of the IGS. Participation in the USGS National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program (STATEMAP and Great Lakes Geologic Mapping Coalition) is a significant part of the job responsibilities.

Responsibilities

·         Participate as part of a group of geologists in the study and interpretation of Indiana's bedrock geology through field and lab research.
·         Apply specialized geological and related training to the geology and stratigraphy of Indiana.
·         Use GIS, database, remote sensing, and other software for analysis and depiction of Indiana’s geology.
·         Write proposals for external funding, and manage research funds and support staff.
·         Serve as critical reviewer for professional papers and abstracts, and present papers at professional meetings.
·         Respond to geological service requests from government officials, consultants, and citizens.
·         Coordinate and conduct research with federal and state agencies and universities.
·         Communicate basic scientific findings in lectures, field trips, geologic maps, professional journals, and other publications.

Minimum requirements
·         M.S. degree in geology (Ph.D. preferred) and working knowledge of sedimentary rocks and stratigraphy.
·         At least 3 years of related geological survey, academic, or industry experience.
·         Demonstrated ability to formulate a research project and bring it through to publication.
·         Record of presentations of scientific findings at a variety of technical forums.
·         Good inter-personal skills and the ability and desire to communicate with other researchers and technical staff.

Desirable additional training/experience

·         Comprehensive knowledge of GIS concepts
·         Petrography
·         Subsurface geophysics
·         Petrophysical techniques
·         Geostatistics
·         Database/spreadsheet design and management

Location

The IGS is a research institute of Indiana University and is located in Bloomington. The position will require field work and travel throughout Indiana.

Rank

The position holds a full-time, professional, non-faculty, research scientist rank within Indiana University. University classification PAE 3RS. Salary range $50,000-$60,000.

Deadline
The deadline for applications is March 5, 2015, with an anticipated starting date of July 1, 2015.

The application procedure is described at http://hr.iu.edu/jobs
Apply to:  Indiana University Human Resources, 400 E. 7th St., Bloomington, IN 47405, (812) 855-2172
Provide a letter of interest, resume, and the names of 3 references

The Indiana University is an AA/EEO/ADA Employer

More information about the Indiana Geological Survey can be found at
http://igs.indiana.edu

Senior Geologist opening at Idaho Geological Survey



The Idaho Geological Survey has a new job opening for a Senior Geologist position at the Moscow office located on the campus of the University of Idaho. Annual salary range for the position is from $44,491.20 - $53,393.60 (depending on experience) and a full benefits package is available to the successful candidate. A complete job description for the position and instructions of how to apply are listed in the link shown below. Minimum qualifications include, but are not limited to a MS in Geology and five years of post-graduate applied geologic work experience. Please pass the information along to qualified geology candidates that may be seeking employment.


Position opening: Pennsylvania State Geologists



Closing date:  January 9, 2015
 
Full-time, senior management service position serving as the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s State Geologist  responsible for directing DCNR’s statewide program of collecting, preserving and disseminating impartial information on the Commonwealth’s geology, geologic resources, and topography in order to contribute to the understanding and conservation of its land and its associated resources.  This position will actively engage with both internal DCNR staff and external entities, such as other Commonwealth agencies to encourage, foster, and develop collaborative relationships with stakeholders in state, federal, and international agencies, academic institutions, private industry and the public.  This position will also collaborate with other State Geologists in the formulation of national earth science policies, programs and related issues and will develop DCNR and statewide earth science policies and programs.  

The selected candidate should show a demonstrated successful career and experience in geologic or geologic-based program management and demonstrated skill in leading a multidisciplinary organization committed to providing information and advice to decision makers.  In addition, the candidate must demonstrate a commitment to public and/or customer service and must be able to communicate the importance of sciences to varied audiences.  Lastly, the candidate must have a high level of professional credibility and personal integrity and be able to share a practical understanding of the challenges facing society related to the geosciences, including water, environmental , earth hazard, mineral resource, and/or energy issues.

Salary range is $76,519 to $116,265 with an attractive benefits package.
Requirements:   A Master's degree in geology, hydro geology, or a related geologic specialty field; and nine years of professional experience in the geologic research field.  Four of the nine years of required experience must have included managerial and second-level supervisory experience;   or any equivalent combination of education and experience which affords the applicant the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, and includes a minimum of four years of managerial and second-level supervisory
experience.   A necessary special requirement of this position is licensure as a Professional Geologist by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, or a reciprocal jurisdiction, where there can be no exemption from such licensure as defined in Section 5, Exemption from Licensure, of the Engineer, Land Surveyor and Geologist Registration Law (as amended).

Location:   The position’s official headquarters are Middletown, PA.  However, the work location of this position will either be in Middletown, PA or Pittsburgh, PA depending on the operational need and geographical location of the selected candidate.   If headquartered in Pittsburgh, occasional travel to Middletown will be required.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest with a detailed resume postmarked by Friday, January 9, 2015, to:

Debbie Gray
The Bureau of Human Resources
                                                Organization Management and Staffing Services Division
                                                PO Box 8768
                                                Harrisburg, PA  17105-8768

Questions can be directed to (717) 705-1082

                                The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity Employer
                                                                Supporting Workforce Diversity
Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the interview should contact the Bureau of Human Resources at 717-787-8732 in advance of the interview.

Monday, December 01, 2014

Job Opportunity: Wisconsin State Geologist and Survey Director

The Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey is seeking a talented individual to lead the Survey. Responsibilities include providing scientific leadership, establishing and implementing programs, identifying sources of extramural funding, and interacting with our stakeholders.

The position will be posted on January 5, 2015. Please stop back for full details - http://www.wisconsingeologicalsurvey.org/jobs/