Coastal Geologist

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Coastal Geologist to join our team at the University of Delaware's Delaware Geological Survey. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting complex research related to coastal and offshore geology, developing and implementing programs for coastal and offshore geologic data collection, and analyzing and interpreting complex geologic data using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and other accepted methodologies.

• Conduct Research and Analysis: Conduct complex ongoing research related to coastal and offshore geology involving GIS mapping, database construction and management, sediment core description and analysis, and geophysical data interpretation.
• Develop and Implement Programs: Develop and implement programs for coastal and offshore geologic data collection, including but not limited to description of sediment cores; project management, including experimental design and sampling plans; ensuring data integrity of stratigraphic, borehole, and sediment resource databases; and preparation of statistical and narrative reports and/or graphs.
• Secure Funding: Seek funding by writing proposals and planning appropriate budgets through collaboration with colleagues within DGS, the University of Delaware, and cooperating researchers to internal, state, federal, and other research grant program opportunities.
• Interpret and Analyze Data: Analyze and interpret complex geologic data using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and other accepted methodologies including seismic processing and mineral resource analysis in developing resource estimates and geologic maps.
• Communicate Results: Prepare final technical reports, technical report figures, geologic maps, datasets, peer-reviewed external publications, website content, and other documentation relating to coastal geology, offshore sand resources, coastal flooding, natural hazards, sea-level rise, climate change, and other topics within the mission of DGS; presents the research at state, regional and national conferences, meetings and workshops.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Coordinates work and interacts effectively with a diverse group of collaborators and regional research networks as project work demands, including Federal, State, and private partners, faculty and researchers at the University of Delaware and other academic institutions.
• Provide Expertise and Recommendations: Coordinates with other DGS staff to provide expertise and recommendations to the Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) and other county and state agencies during emergency response events due to weather and climate hazards, especially those that affect the coast.
• Supervise and Mentor: May supervise entry-level scientists, graduate students, undergraduate students, hourly-paid employees, and interns on various projects within DGS and UD; may serve on search committees for DGS scientists and other staff throughout UD.

• Education and Experience: Master's degree, PhD preferred, in geology or a related discipline and seven years of experience in geology or related fields; should have a national reputation and a proven track record of geologic research related to offshore/marine, coastal, and coastal plain geology.
• Research and Analytical Skills: Ability to perform independent research, plan projects, develop proposals, secure external funding, develop reports, and deliver quality deliverables on-time.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with sedimentology, stratigraphy, and construction of geologic maps; strong writing skills; ability to organize and write high-quality proposals, peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, metadata, and other informational materials; familiarity with data distribution tools and conventions.
• Communication and Collaboration Skills: Effective oral presentation and communication skills; ability to work effectively with a diverse group of collaborators and regional research networks.
• Geospatial and Data Analysis Skills: Proficiency in the management and manipulation of large data sets, and in the use of GIS and geospatial processing for raster and vector data, including aerial and satellite imagery and LIDAR and DEM data.
• Natural Hazards and Coastal Geology: Understanding of natural hazards prevalent in the Delaware region, such as coastal inundation due to storm surge, streamflow flooding, and droughts.