Paleontologist – On Call

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Utah.

📋 Description

• Conduct paleontological fieldwork for AECOM's U.S. West Rockies Environmental Planning and Permitting team.

• Provide taxonomic classification of vertebrate and/or invertebrate fossils down to the genus or species level.

• Execute field monitoring operations.

• Create strong and concise technical documentation and research outputs.

• Oversee paleontological data management.

• Travel and perform fieldwork across the Western United States.

• Lead the field recovery of fossil specimens.

• Interpret topographic, geological, and project maps during field activities.

• Collaborate with crew members, supervisors, and clients on project-related tasks.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in paleontology or a related discipline such as geology or biology.

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience or a proven equivalence of experience and/or education concentrated on paleontological fieldwork and technical documentation.

• Possession of a valid driver's license.

• Capability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check per company policy.

• U.S. Citizenship is mandatory.

• Experience in paleontological fieldwork within the Western United States.

• Ability to provide taxonomic identification of vertebrate and/or invertebrate fossils to the genus or species level.

• Proficiency in field monitoring operations.

• Strong skills in writing, research, and data management.

• Willingness to travel and conduct fieldwork throughout the Western United States.

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Paleontology or a related field is preferred.

• Over 4 years of relevant paleontology experience is preferred.

• Comprehensive understanding of federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

• Knowledge of the regional geology of the Western U.S.

• Capability to lead the field recovery of fossil specimens.

• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.

• Proficient in reading topographic, geological, and project maps.

• Capacity to work collaboratively with crew members, supervisors, and clients.

• Ability to walk or trek over uneven terrain for extended distances in challenging weather conditions for prolonged periods.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.

• Paid time off.

• Leaves of absence.

• Optional benefits and perks.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Well-being resources.

• Employee assistance program.

• Business travel insurance.

• Service recognition awards.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Award-winning training and development initiatives.

• Freedom to Grow initiative.

• Global technical practice network.

• In-person onboarding from Day 1 at an AECOM office location.