Groundwater Modeler/Hydrogeologist
The Butte office of the Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology (Montana’s state geologic survey) seeks a highly motivated quantitative hydrogeologist trained in groundwater modeling techniques to develop and apply groundwater models for water resources evaluation. The MBMG's Ground Water Investigation Program studies local- to regional-scale hydrogeologic systems, with projects that encompass groundwater/surface-water interactions and groundwater quantity and quality. A primary focus of the position will be to use groundwater modeling, scripting/programming, parameter estimation, GIS, and visualization software to develop and apply groundwater flow models for water resources evaluations. Responsibilities also include aiding in project design, collecting and interpreting geologic and hydrogeologic data, and writing reports.
Application reviews will begin on October 20, 2025. Priority will be given to applications received by that date, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum requirements for hiring levels:
Assistant Hydrogeologist: Master’s Degree and 3 years relevant experience or Doctoral Degree, in geology, hydrology, hydrogeology, or closely related field.
Associate Hydrogeologist: Master’s Degree and 8 years relevant experience in geology, hydrology, hydrogeology, or closely related field or Doctoral Degree and 5 years’ experience.
Graduate-level coursework in geology, hydrogeology, and numerical groundwater flow modeling.
Applicable hydrogeologic/geologic field experience.
Demonstrated experience developing conceptual groundwater models, including water-budget estimates.
Demonstrated experience implementing conceptual models as numerical models using modern versions of MODFLOW (e.g., MODFLOW-NWT, MODFLOW-USG, or MODFLOW 6) and associated pre- and post-processing software.
Strong technical writing and communications skills demonstrated through a record of reports and presentations listed in your résumé.
Proficiency with common word-processing and spreadsheet software (e.g., Microsoft Office).
A valid Montana driver’s license (or ability to acquire one).
The University is NOT able to support Visa applications for this position. Applicants must already be eligible to work and have the ability to arrive in the United States without the University’s support to be considered for this position.
The MBMG is a department of Montana Technological University, but this is a non-tenurable, non-teaching position. Employer sponsorship of work visas is not available.
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