Geologist I
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Engineering
Posted on April 15, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Geologist I
Requisition Number
RE44421
Working Title
Karst Geohazard Modeler
Department Name
40520:KY Geological Survey
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
42
Salary Range
$35,861-57,391/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
BS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting or standing for long periods of time. Repetitive computer work. Occasional field work for site visits which require hiking on rough terrain.
Shift
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm (40 hours/week)
Job Summary
The Kentucky Geological Survey, a research center within the University of Kentucky, is seeking a Geologist I to fill a two-year grant-funded position. The Geologist I will be responsible for processing high-resolution topographic data to map sinkholes, verifying mapped sinkholes in the field, and assessing karst and sinkhole risk. Knowledge of ArcGIS Pro software is required for this position. Attention to detail, safety, courtesy, and communication are a must. The person in this position will have the opportunity to increase their professional skills, training, and participate in collaborative geologic research. This position will report to the KGS main campus location.
Required education/experience: BS in geology or related field, geologic field camp or equivalent field training, ArcGIS, valid driver's license for at least 5 years.
Preferred education/experience: knowledge in karst hydrology and geohazard, Matlab, Python, MS Office.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Geological field work, ArcGIS, valid driver's license for at least 5 years.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
knowledge in karst hydrology and geohazard, Matlab, Python, MS Office.
Deadline to Apply
04/29/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Geologist I
Requisition Number
RE44421
Working Title
Karst Geohazard Modeler
Department Name
40520:KY Geological Survey
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
42
Salary Range
$35,861-57,391/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
BS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting or standing for long periods of time. Repetitive computer work. Occasional field work for site visits which require hiking on rough terrain.
Shift
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm (40 hours/week)
Job Summary
The Kentucky Geological Survey, a research center within the University of Kentucky, is seeking a Geologist I to fill a two-year grant-funded position. The Geologist I will be responsible for processing high-resolution topographic data to map sinkholes, verifying mapped sinkholes in the field, and assessing karst and sinkhole risk. Knowledge of ArcGIS Pro software is required for this position. Attention to detail, safety, courtesy, and communication are a must. The person in this position will have the opportunity to increase their professional skills, training, and participate in collaborative geologic research. This position will report to the KGS main campus location.
Required education/experience: BS in geology or related field, geologic field camp or equivalent field training, ArcGIS, valid driver's license for at least 5 years.
Preferred education/experience: knowledge in karst hydrology and geohazard, Matlab, Python, MS Office.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Geological field work, ArcGIS, valid driver's license for at least 5 years.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
knowledge in karst hydrology and geohazard, Matlab, Python, MS Office.
Deadline to Apply
04/29/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- UK Job Fair
- None of the Above
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter