Paleontologist Technician (On-Call)

Stantec • Los Angeles, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We’re a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities they support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science. Stantec is currently seeking on-call Paleontological Technicians for short-and-long-term project-specific work to assist with construction monitoring, field surveys, fossil collection, data collection, and other field tasks, as needed. Flexibility is key, with project work often requiring quick response to changing schedules and staffing needs.

Requirements

• Good verbal and written communication skills, responsiveness to supervisor directions, the ability to closely follow instructions, attention to detail, organizational skills, problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Proficiency with technology (smartphones, GPS receivers, tablets, computers).
• The ability to work long hours and drive long distances to and from the work location.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, current automobile insurance and a good driving record
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in paleontology, geology, or biology or similar degree that includes education and field training in paleontology and sedimentary geology.
• Minimum of 2 years’ field experience in paleontology and sedimentary geology can substitute for the academic training.

Nice To Haves

• Previous paleontological construction monitoring experience is desirable, but training will be provided if the applicant lacks this experience.

Responsibilities

• Detailed and accurate field data collection and daily progress reports (using Stantec’s proprietary data collection system) and other project related reporting as required, with an emphasis on stratigraphic documentation of project sites and fossil localities therein.
• Communicating with Stantec supervisors responsively and responding effectively to instructions.
• Assistance with drafting portions of reports if required.
• Adherence to ethical business practices, professional standards, laws and regulations, and best practices in mitigation paleontology.
• Professionalism to colleagues and clients at all times.
• Strict compliance with Stantec’s and project mandated safety procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level