https://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/508454
The Kentucky Geological Survey traces its roots back to 1838, when the Kentucky legislature appropriated funds for the first government sponsored geological reconnaissance of the commonwealth. A formal geological survey was subsequently established in 1854. Since 1838, only 13 state geologists have overseen the organization. KGS became a non-teaching unit of the University of Kentucky in 1948 by an act of the Kentucky legislature, with a mandate to conduct a continuing study of the geology of Kentucky, and currently operates as a research center under the university’s Vice President for Research. KGS has a 12-member advisory board recommended by the President of the university and appointed by the governor. The board meets twice a year to provide feedback on KGS activities and strategies. KGS has grown to become one of the country’s top state geological surveys.
KGS has a state funded recurring budget of approximately $4M per year that is currently supplemented by more than $2M per year in external research funds. It comprises more than 50 research and support staff in three locations: a main office on the UK campus in central Lexington, the Earth Analysis Research Library on the outskirts of Lexington, and a western Kentucky office in Henderson. The state geologist or a designee is an ex officio member of the Kentucky Board of Registration for Professional Geologists and a permanent member of the Kentucky Geographic Information Advisory Council. Other KGS scientists play prominent roles on state and federal advisory committees and are national leaders in their fields.
Application materials should include the following:
- Curriculum vitae or resume.
- Cover letter summarizing your relevant experience.
- The names and contact information of three individuals who can provide a substantive recommendation (references will not be contacted without candidate approval).