Employment Opportunities

State Geologic Surveys often have excellent employment opportunities around the nation for geoscientists and non-geoscientists alike.

Download and review any of the documents below for current job descriptions and contact information. Questions about a listing? Please contact the individual state geological survey that is advertising the position.

If you are a State Geologist and would like to post a listing for a vacant position in your state's geological survey, please contact Harley Means (guy.means@dep.state.fl.us) for instructions.

Argon Lab Manager

New Mexico Bureau of Geology

The New Mexico Geochronology Research Laboratory (NMGRL) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Lab Manager to oversee the operations of the 40 Ar/ 39 Ar geochronology laboratory. The successful candidate will manage the daily activities of the lab, including sample preparation…

Posted: 2024-09-23

Database Administrator/Developer

New Mexico Bureau of Geology

Database Administrator/Developer:
As a Data Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining robust data
infrastructure and pipelines that support the acquisition, integration, and analysis of geospatial and
hydrogeological data…

Posted: 2024-09-23

Mendenhall Postdoctoral Research Fellowships

U.S. Geological Survey

U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY

MENDENHALL POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS

VARIOUS LOCATIONS…

Posted: 2024-08-23

Natural Resource Scientist 3 - Reservoir Characterization Geologist

Washington Geological Survey

WGS is currently recruiting for a permanent …

Posted: 2024-08-14

Director

Illinois State Water Survey

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Posted: 2024-08-06

Environmental Analyst 3

Connecticut Geological Survey

As an Environmental Analyst 3, you may be responsible to:

  • Adhere to the geology mission of the CGNHS (CGS Ch.462 Sec.24-1 to 24-4).
  • Oversee technical reviews of quarry geologic source reports and geochemical data therein associated with aggregate for use in concrete under…
Posted: 2024-07-31

Research Scientist - 2 positions

Arizona Geological Survey

One position will be focused principally on research activities centered around mine waste and tailings place to better document the distribution and quantities of mine waste and tailing sites across Arizona, as well as characterize the metal and critical mineral contents of these sites for…

Posted: 2024-07-24

Geologist

Arizona Geological Survey

The Arizona Geological Survey is a nonacademic research department in the University of Arizona tasked with furthering our understanding of the geology, mineral resources, and natural hazards of Arizona. We invite applications for a new Research Scientist to join our surficial geology and…

Posted: 2024-07-24

Oklahoma Petroleum Information Center Archivist

Oklahoma Geological Survey

This position is responsible for the technical supervision, management and maintenance of collections and archival material archiving and curation of OGS-OPIC core and cuttings collection materials.  As an Archivist this individual will join a workforce within the core and cuttings department of…

Posted: 2024-07-23

Geologist II

Oklahoma Geological Survey

The Oklahoma Geological Survey is accepting applications for our Geologist II position. Among other responsibilities, the selected candidate will be the lead PI for our STATEMAP program. The salary ranges from $70,000-$75,000. Please visit the link below for more details…

Posted: 2024-07-10