Geologist IV

Job Title
Geologist IV


Requisition Number
RE47188


Working Title

Department Name
40520:KY Geological Survey


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
48


Salary Range
$62,941-103,834/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education


PhD




Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience


3 yrs




Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

Standing and/or sitting for long periods of time.

Lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs.

Ability to navigate uneven terrain independently.



Shift

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Field work with overnight travel is required.



Job Summary

The Kentucky Geological Survey (KGS), a publicly supported research center within the University of Kentucky (UK), is recruiting a Geologist IV. Key position responsibilities include leading a field team to collect methane concentration measurements from orphaned oil and gas wells, examine and analyze gas samples collected, and digital database entry of measurements.

This position will be responsible for personnel and grant management. This position will manage projects which includes supervision of project teams, routine budget tracking, and project reporting. This position must collaborate and communicate with KGS staff, other UK researchers, project stakeholders/sponsors, professionals, and landowners to enable successful completion of project. This position will publish reports and present findings at professional meetings.

Required Education: Ph.D. in Geosciences

Knowledge/Experience of Gas and Brine Geochemistry, Hydrocarbon Geochemistry; 5+ years of state issued driver’s license; competent in use of Microsoft Excel

Preferred Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Familiarity with oil and gas wells; sampling for hydrocarbons and brine; coding in Python or Matlab.; ARC GIS



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

MS Office; personnel and project management skills; Driver’s License preferred.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes


Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
10/15/2024


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