Geologist II

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




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

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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