Geophysicist jobs in Chicago, IL

Geophysicist applies geophysical principals to identify and evaluate the value of underground deposits. Aids in the design, planning, and execution of geophysical investigations and projects including data collection, processing, analyzing, and reporting. Being a Geophysicist requires a bachelor's/master's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Geophysicist typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Field Geophysicist
  • Terracon Consultants, Inc.
  • Lombard, IL FULL_TIME

  • Job Description
    Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Terracon is growing and hiring a near-surface Geophysicist in our Lombard, IL office! Our Lombard office performs a comprehensive range of near-surface geophysical technologies in support of geologic, groundwater, environmental, engineering, and materials testing investigations, including utility location. This position is for an engineer or geoscientist who will be responsible for performing non-invasive geophysical surveys from the ground surface to provide images or models of subsurface conditions. You will define survey objectives, design survey approaches, analyze the resulting geophysical data, and provide interpretation of results. These results are incorporated into the planning, design and construction of vital infrastructure such as roads, tunnels, airports, landfills, water supplies, and other facilities; the assessment of environmental conditions; and the evaluation of earth resources. Geophysics supports all four of Terracon's service lines. This position will also have the opportunity to assist with field logging and laboratory testing for Geotechnical or Environmental projects.
    If your passion lies in working on projects that help your community, and if you're interested in belonging to an employee-owned organization that allows us to set our course together and benefit when our hard work creates financial success, then Terracon is your kind of company! We share your passion.

    Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
    • Follow Terracon safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any unsafe activities or concerns to management.
    • Be responsible for maintaining high-quality standards on all projects.
    • Proficient Geophysicist responsible for conducting geophysical surveys and making recommendations for design on smaller projects of minimal complexity. Techniques include GPR, TDEMI, FDEMI, seismic, resistivity, magnetics, and others.
    • May assist more senior Geophysicists on large, more complex projects.
    • Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments.
    • Direct and supervise field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities.
    • Responsible for developing written proposals and reports to clients for approval by senior level professionals.
    • Processes, evaluates, and interprets moderately complex geophysical data and assembles in written reports.
    • May serve as team member or participate in meetings and communications with client pertaining to specific projects/tasks.
    • Drives commercial motor vehicles, however a CDL license is not required
    • Completes paperwork including record keeping, field sketches, detailed notes, and maps of field work legibly and accurately.
    • Performs periodic basic maintenance on vehicles and geophysical equipment.
    • The ideal candidate will have experience collecting and processing geophysical data using several methods. Management experience is a plus.
    Requirements:
    • Bachelor's degree in a physical science, Geology or Geophysics degree preferred.
    • Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
    • 1 to 3 years of experience preferred.

    About Terracon
    Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

    Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
    EEO Statement
    Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

     

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Principal Senior Health Scientist
  • Stantec Inc.
  • Chicago, IL
  • Description Grounded in scientific and technical excellence, teamwork, collaboration, and high ethical standards, Stante...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Research Technician
  • University of Chicago
  • Chicago, IL
  • Department BSD BMD - Miao Lab About the Department The Ben May Department for Cancer Research was formally established i...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Research Associate II - Public Health Research - Hybrid Office
  • U Of C Norc
  • Chicago, IL
  • JOB SUMMARY: NORC at the University of Chicago is seeking a Research Associate II to support the Public Health Research ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Research Associate II - Health Sciences Research - Hybrid
  • U Of C Norc
  • Chicago, IL
  • JOB DESCRIPTION Research Associates are responsible for project support and completing tasks related to research design,...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Research Methodologist I - Chicago
  • U Of C Norc
  • Chicago, IL
  • JOB SUMMARY: NORC at the University of Chicago is seeking qualified Research Methodologists to join the Methodology and ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Research Lab Technician
  • Global Channel Management, Inc.
  • Chicago, IL
  • Job Description: Research lab technician needs 1+ years' research/ genomics lab experience Research lab technician requi...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Executive Director of Provenance Research
  • Art Institute of Chicago
  • Chicago, IL
  • Introduction The Art Institute of Chicago shares its singular collections with our city and the world. We collect, care ...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Data Scientist
  • U Of C Norc
  • Chicago, IL
  • JOB DESCRIPTION: At NORC, Data Scientists play a key role in working with our research teams to produce valuable insight...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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What does a Geophysicist do?

Geophysicist in Rochester, NY
Geophysicists are required in the field of extraction of minerals like crude oil and various metals, in weather department to understand the effect of various processes happening in a planet's crust and on its surface and their after-effects on environment and also in understanding the risk areas when a dam or other huge buildings or monuments are to be built.
December 19, 2019
Geophysicist in Cincinnati, OH
Most geophysicist jobs are found at universities, nonprofit research labs, and government agencies.
November 03, 2019
Geophysicist in Eugene, OR
Field technicians are the skilled crew that go with a field geophysicist — the people who help transport, set up, and run the equipment.
October 18, 2019