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University of Delaware · 1 month ago

Research Associate II, Delaware Geological Survey

Newark, DE

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

The University of Delaware's Delaware Geological Survey (DGS) is seeking a Research Associate II to conduct applied research related to geology and hydrogeology. The role involves data management, analysis, and dissemination, while also supporting various projects and supervising students and interns.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Under the direction of senior investigators, independently creates, acquires, and manages geologic and geophysical data related to the geology and hydrology of Delaware and adjacent areas from records of DGS, other State and Federal agencies, and private entities

Collects and compiles data including, but not limited to, geophysical logs, lithologic log, well records, aerial photographs, archival maps, and geologic samples from onshore and offshore locations

Analyzes data quality and interrelationships and assists with the development of internet-based resources for public dissemination of the data

Conducts inventory and organization of legacy datasets

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

Analyzes and interprets geologic, hydrologic and geospatial data using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and other accepted methodologies

Applies appropriate tools and methods for analysis and presentation of data including configurating files for online web applications

Anticipates and/or identifies issues related to complex problems and situations and works with staff to solve problems. Seeks and builds upon ideas of colleagues to improve geologic data management and dissemination capabilities and efficiency

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

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

Makes public presentations on project progress and findings and prepares contract reports as required. Publishes reports and findings of research in referenced publications such as journal or DGS publications

Supports other DGS field- and office-based projects as necessary

Qualification

Geological data managementGeographic Information Systems (GIS)Geologic sample descriptionRelational database functionalityEffective communication skillsOrganizational skillsCollaborative work

Required

Bachelor's degree in geology, earth science, environmental science, or other related field

Demonstrated working knowledge of geologic sample description, borehole and well-logs, and geologic maps

Basic working knowledge of geographical information software, tools for managing and sharing data on the web, and PC-based (Windows) relational database functionality (Access or Oracle)

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 in the preparation of technical reports

Effective written and oral communication skills along with strong organizational skills

Ability to interact and work collaboratively with a diverse 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, hydrogeologic, and coastal issues of the Middle Atlantic region is 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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