Geophysicist

Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys

The Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (DGGS) is seeking a senior-level geophysicist to support the division’s Strategic & Critical Minerals project, which is part of the Alaska Airborne Geophysical/Geological Mineral Inventory (AGGMI) program. DGGS is a dynamic, fast-paced office with multiple field-based programs evaluating many facets of Alaska geology. Alaska offers a geophysicist frontier opportunities to make creative professional contributions and significant new geologic discoveries.

The successful applicant will use advanced principles and knowledge of geophysics to provide professional scientific and operational management of multiple, applied airborne geophysical surveys, including magnetic, electromagnetic, and radiometric data acquisition, in support of statewide resource development and infrastructure-hazards assessments.

The successful applicant will work independently and collaboratively in all aspects of project work, including:

  • participating in initial project concept development
  • writing and managing the components of geophysical survey contracts
  • quality checking the data
  • working with contractors to ensure contract compliance
  • preparing digital data sets, documentation, and reports for publication

Application must be made on-line through the Workplace Alaska website http://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/. Under Find Job Opportunities “for All Job Seekers”, type “PCN 10N13094” into the Search keywords section and click on “Apply Search” to locate the full job description and application instructions for this Geologist IV position based in Fairbanks, Alaska.

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or 465-4095 in Juneau or (907) 465-3412 (TTY). The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer. The State of Alaska does not sponsor work VISAS for non-U.S. citizens; non-U.S. citizens must have a valid work VISA at the time this position closes in order to be considered.

This position recruitment will remain open through 21 October 2013.