Job Title
Geologist II
Requisition Number
RE46928
Working Title
Department Name
40520:KY Geological Survey
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
44
Salary Range
$43,805-70,075/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MS
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Required Related Experience
No experience required.
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 II. Key position responsibilities include field work to collect methane concentration measurements from orphaned oil and gas wells, examine and analyze gas samples collected, and digital database entry of measurements.
The person in this position should be comfortable working independently and safely in a field setting, including driving long distances and overnight travel. As a representative of the Kentucky Geological Survey and the University of Kentucky, the person should be comfortable collaborating with outside contractors and staff from the KY Division of Oil and Gas. Experience with Excel data compilation and analysis is required, and ArcGI and Google Earth experience skills are preferred. Experience with GC-FID measurements in a laboratory setting is considered a plus. This exempt position is grant funded with all UK benefits and paid travel expenses. This position reports to the KGS MMRB location on UK’s campus in Lexington, KY.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
MS Office, ArcGIS, Google Earth
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
10/31/2024
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