Copy of Paleontologist (on call)

AECOM • Murray, UT

6d • $27 - $35 • Remote

About The Position

AECOM is seeking experienced on-call Paleontologists to join its U.S. West Rockies Environmental Planning and Permitting team. This is a remote, part-time, on-call position with hours that vary according to project needs. Candidates should ideally be located in Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, Montana, or Colorado. The role requires travel and fieldwork throughout the Western U.S.

The position involves paleontological fieldwork, fossil identification, field monitoring, and supporting project research and data management. The successful candidate will provide taxonomic identification of vertebrate and/or invertebrate fossils to the genus or species level and may direct field recovery of fossil specimens. Field activities may include walking or trekking long distances across uneven terrain in extreme weather for extended periods.

AECOM’s Environment business line offers access to a global technical practice network and work on environmental projects across varied sectors and geographies. The company describes its work as focused on sustainable solutions to environmental challenges and offers training and development programs, cutting-edge technology, and opportunities to work on local and global projects.

A valid driver’s license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check are required. U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work. Relocation is not available. AECOM intends to fill this current vacancy by January 27, 2027. Newly hired employees must attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in paleontology or a related field such as geology or biology.
• Two years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, focused on paleontological fieldwork and technical reports.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check in accordance with company policy.
• U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work.
• Ability to travel and conduct fieldwork throughout the Western U.S.
• Strong, concise writing, research, and data management skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work cooperatively with crew members, supervisors, and clients.
• Outdoor activity may require walking or trekking long distances over uneven terrain in extreme weather conditions for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• M.S. or Ph.D. in paleontology or a related field such as geology or biology.
• Four or more years of relevant paleontology experience.
• Dual qualification in archaeology.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Knowledge and understanding of the regional geology of the Western U.S.
• Ability to direct field recovery of fossil specimens.
• Ability to read topographic maps, geological maps, and project maps.

Responsibilities

• Perform paleontological fieldwork in the Western U.S.
• Provide genus- or species-level taxonomic identification of vertebrate and/or invertebrate fossils for projects.
• Conduct or support field monitoring operations.
• Apply strong writing, research, and data management skills.
• Travel and conduct fieldwork throughout the Western U.S.
• Direct field recovery of fossil specimens when needed.
• Read topographic, geological, and project maps.
• Work cooperatively with crew members, supervisors, and clients.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits, depending on employment status.
• Paid time off and leaves of absence, depending on employment status.
• Voluntary benefits and perks, depending on employment status.
• Flexible work options and well-being resources, depending on employment status.
• Employee assistance program and business travel insurance.
• Service recognition awards.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Training and development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level