Senior Geophysicist: Field Leadership & Data Modeling

Certerra; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Certerra is seeking a Senior Geophysicist in Tucson, AZ to lead complex geophysical investigations across environmental, mining, and groundwater projects. You will oversee field teams, interpret results, and coordinate with clients to deliver high-quality deliverables. Travel up to 60% is required.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in geophysics, strong experience with ERT, EM, seismic methods, and borehole geophysics, plus proficiency in RES2D/RES3D and Surfer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in a geoscience field; advanced degree counts as experience.
• Experience with geophysical services firms; field time strongly preferred (8+ years).
• Proficiency with MS Excel and Word; report writing and data analysis skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for complex geophysical investigations.
• Manage field and office staff; ensure safety and quality compliance.
• Develop and maintain client relationships; support business development.

Skills

Geophysics leadership

Client relations

Project management

Education

B.S. in Hydrogeology/Geology/Geophysics/Geological Engineering

M.S. or Ph.D. counts as experience

Tools

RES2D/RES3D

Surfer

Salesforce

Geophysical modeling software

Job description

Certerra is seeking a Senior Geophysicist in Tucson, AZ to lead complex geophysical investigations across environmental, mining, and groundwater projects. You will oversee field teams, interpret results, and coordinate with clients to deliver high-quality deliverables. Travel up to 60% is required.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in geophysics, strong experience with ERT, EM, seismic methods, and borehole geophysics, plus proficiency in RES2D/RES3D and Surfer.