Geologist II

University of Kentucky • Lexington, KY

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About The Position

The Kentucky Geological Survey (KGS), a publicly supported research center within the University of Kentucky (UK), is recruiting a Geologist II as a watershed modeler-GIS geospatial analyst for a 3-year FEMA funded karst flood hazard mapping project. This research project is focused on developing hydrogeologic mapping criteria, compiling new digital geospatial data sets for karst hydrogeology and flood vulnerability maps, and applying or modifying watershed modeling techniques to identify geographic areas in Kentucky with relative higher risks to sinkhole and karst-related flood hazards. Our preference is for an individual with a background in hydrogeology or hydrology, with interest and experience in applying watershed or other surface-water modeling techniques to karst hydrogeological settings. Programming skills are highly desirable, and strong work ethics, ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting, and good verbal and written communication skills are a must. This position is expected to collaborate and communicate effectively with KGS staff, other UK researchers, project stakeholders/sponsors, professionals, and landowners to enable successful completion of the project. This position will publish reports and present findings at professional meetings. Some field work to examine and verify hydrologic characteristics of identified karst flooding areas and features is expected.

Requirements

• M.S. in Geosciences (Hydrogeology), Civil Engineering, or Hydrology.
• Strong work ethics and ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• 5+ years of a state issued driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with karst hydrogeology.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro and ARC GIS terrain and hydrology modeling applications.
• Expertise with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience or demonstrable familiarity with watershed modeling techniques using USGS PRMS or other similar software.
• Demonstrable project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop hydrogeologic mapping criteria.
• Compile new digital geospatial data sets for karst hydrogeology and flood vulnerability maps.
• Apply or modify watershed modeling techniques to identify geographic areas in Kentucky with higher risks to sinkhole and karst-related flood hazards.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with KGS staff, UK researchers, project stakeholders, professionals, and landowners.
• Publish reports and present findings at professional meetings.
• Conduct field work to examine and verify hydrologic characteristics of identified karst flooding areas and features.

Benefits

• Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
• Equal Opportunity Employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree