Senior Paleontologist & Project Lead – Field Mitigation

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Paramount (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,600 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid family leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking a Senior Paleontologist in California. The role involves managing paleontological projects and overseeing field teams while complying with regulations. Candidates should have significant experience in mitigation and hold a graduate degree in paleontology. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, and a generous vacation policy. Travel is required, with a good balance of office and field work.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated professional experience with paleontological resource mitigation procedures.
• Meet federal qualifications as a paleontological permittee.
• Working knowledge of paleontological research methods.
• Strong understanding of mitigation paleontology laws.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and oversee field teams.
• Coordinate with clients and regulatory agencies.
• Prepare paleontological technical reports.
• Conduct fossil collection projects.
• Supervise and train field crews.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Project management

Independence

Teamwork

Education

Graduate-level academic training (M.S. or Ph.D.) in paleontology

Job description

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking a Senior Paleontologist in California. The role involves managing paleontological projects and overseeing field teams while complying with regulations. Candidates should have significant experience in mitigation and hold a graduate degree in paleontology. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, and a generous vacation policy. Travel is required, with a good balance of office and field work.