Field and Laboratory Scientist

Field and Laboratory Scientist

GeoSystems Analysis, Inc. (GSA) is seeking a full time salaried scientist to join our growing environmental consulting firm in our Tucson, AZ office. The position consists of up to 50% fieldwork with travel predominantly in the western US, Mexico, and South America. Field tasks primarily include maintenance and installation of monitoring instruments, soil and water sampling, and geologic logging. Non-field work related duties will be based in GSA's Tucson, AZ office and laboratory. Office tasks may include (depending on experience): data analysis, modeling, technical writing, and/or GIS. Laboratory tasks include determining basic soil parameters, conducting saturated and unsaturated hydraulic conductivity testing, and construction and calibration of monitoring instruments.

Requirements:

- BS or MS in Soil Science, Hydrology, Geology, Geosciences, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, or other Natural Sciences field

- Proactive, eager to learn, and hard working

- Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word)

- Experience working in a scientific or commercial laboratory

- Data analysis skills

- Independent problem solving and critical thinking skills

- Willingness to travel up to 50%

- Ability to lift 50 lbs

- Ability to work in extreme environments (infrequently)

Preferred skills:

- Databases and programming (Python, MySQL, Access, Campbell Scientific)

- Hand and power tool experience

- Building and/or mechanical experience

GeoSystems Analysis, Inc. provides state-of-the-art expertise to government and industry in the fields of mine reclamation, habitat restoration, artificial and natural groundwater recharge and unsaturated flow processes.

GSA is an employee-owned company which offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, profit sharing, health insurance, SIMPLE IRA benefits, and opportunities for upward mobility. To learn more about us, please visit at www.gsanalysis.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Flexible schedule

- Health insurance

- Health savings account

- Paid time off

- Professional development assistance

- Retirement plan

- Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person