About the Role
The role involves providing scientific expertise in paleontology to ensure compliance with environmental regulations during infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include field monitoring, fossil identification, data collection, and preparing technical reports.
Responsibilities
- Conduct field surveys to identify paleontological resources in project areas
- Monitor construction activities for accidental discovery of fossils
- Document fossil finds using standardized scientific methods
- Collect and preserve fossil specimens according to regulatory protocols
- Prepare reports summarizing field findings and recommendations
- Collaborate with project teams to minimize impacts on fossil resources
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local paleontological regulations
- Provide input on project planning to avoid sensitive areas
- Respond to emergency calls for unexpected fossil discoveries
- Transport collected specimens to approved repositories
- Work with curators and regulatory agencies on specimen curation
- Maintain accurate field notes and documentation
- Participate in project meetings as a paleontology specialist
- Assist in developing paleontological resource management plans
- Review project designs for potential impacts on fossil-bearing strata
Compensation
Compensation based on experience and project assignment; paid per diem and hourly rates apply
Work Arrangement
On-call, field-based position with variable schedule; travel required
Team
Part of a multidisciplinary environmental compliance team supporting infrastructure projects
Work Schedule
This is an on-call position with no guaranteed hours; availability for rapid response is required
Field Conditions
Work occurs in diverse environments including remote areas, construction zones, and variable weather
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