Paleontologist (on-call)

AECOM Australia PTY LTD

Albuquerque, NM, United States
Remote
Paleontological fieldwork experience in western us
Taxonomic identification of vertebrate fossils
Field monitoring operations expertise
AECOM is seeking an experienced on-call Paleontologist to join their Environmental Planning and Permitting team in the Western U.S., focusing on paleontological fieldwork. The position is remote and part-time, requiring candidates to have relevant experience, a degree in paleontology or a related field, and the ability to travel for fieldwork

Job Summary

  • AECOM is seeking experienced On-Call Paleontologists to join their U.S. West Rockies Environmental Planning and Permitting team.
  • Candidates must possess the ability to provide taxonomic identification of vertebrate and/or invertebrate fossils to genus- or species-level.
  • The role offers a part-time, on-call schedule with opportunities to work on groundbreaking projects that transform communities.

Matching Summary

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AECOM is seeking an experienced on-call Paleontologist to join their Environmental Planning and Permitting team in the Western U.S., focusing on paleontological fieldwork. The position is remote and part-time, requiring candidates to have relevant experience, a degree in paleontology or a related field, and the ability to travel for fieldwork.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Paleontological fieldwork experience in Western US
  • Taxonomic identification of vertebrate fossils
  • Field monitoring operations expertise
  • Ability to travel throughout Western US

Nice-to-have

  • Dual qualified in Archaeology
  • Strong understanding of federal regulations
  • Knowledge of regional geology
  • Ability to direct field recovery

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in paleontology or related field
  • 2 years of relevant paleontological fieldwork experience
  • Valid U.S driver's license required
  • US Citizenship is required

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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