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University of Delaware · 2 months ago

Research Associate I, Delaware Geological Survey

Newark, DE

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

The University of Delaware is seeking a Research Associate I for the Delaware Geological Survey, which focuses on research and exploration related to geology. The role involves data collection, organization, and dissemination related to the geology and hydrogeology of Delaware, supporting senior investigators in various geological projects.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Assists the senior investigators with data management projects related to the Geology of Delaware from records of DGS, other State and Federal agencies, and private entities

Collects and compiles data including, but not limited to, lithology and geophysical logs, well records, aerial photographs, archival maps, and geologic samples, and assists with the development of internet-based resources for their public dissemination

Conducts inventory and organization of legacy datasets

Populates databases and assists with metadata creation and management for DGS spatial data and publications

Provides support to senior investigators for document writing and graphics creation related to the preparation of publications, data products, and web products

Provides support to other DGS investigators for geological and hydrological field operations

Assists the senior investigators with preparation of proposals for external funding and preparation of contact reports and project deliverables

Along with the senior investigators, supervises and directs students, hourly-paid employees, and interns

Anticipates and/or identifies issues related to complex problems and situations and works with staff to solve problems

Interacts with Federal, State, and private partners and with faculty and researchers at the University of Delaware and other academic institutions as project work demands

Qualification

GeologyDatabase managementGeographical information systemsGeophysical well-logsEffective communicationOrganizational skillsCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in geology, environmental science, or other related field and one year of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Basic knowledge of geologic sample description, geophysical well-logs, and interpretation of geologic cross-sections and geologic maps

Knowledge of and proficiency with PC-based (Windows) database management (Access or Oracle) and geographical information software

Interest in and aptitude for learning new technologies, software, and equipment

Ability to work with IT and data specialists to assist in the development of internet-based resources for public access to data and preparation of technical reports

Effective written and oral communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to interact and work collaboratively with a varied group of individuals, including personnel at the University and the general public

Possession of a driver's license with the ability to operate vehicles legally in Delaware

Position requires work inside at a computer workstation and occasionally physically demanding work, including lifting equipment of up to 50 pounds

Preferred

Knowledge of geologic and hydrogeologic units of the Atlantic Coastal Plain

Course work in geographic information systems and familiarity with methods of data delivery on the web are desirable

Company

University of Delaware

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The University of Delaware - a state assisted, privately chartered institution - is a Land Grant, Sea Grant, Space Grant and Carnegie Research University (very high research activity).

Founded in 1743

Newark, DE, US

1001-5000 employees

http://www.udel.edu

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