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We are currently seeking to hire a fluvial geomorphologist in Seattle, WA. As a junior or staff level geomorphologist, you will be responsible for advancing geomorphic studies, providing geomorphic support for hydrologic and hydraulic engineering, and providing geomorphic guidance. You will develop an understanding of the site- and watershed-scale fluvial geomorphic processes and communicate that understanding to clients to help guide riverscape management. You will excel in this position if you have a passion for rivers, you enjoy problem solving and storytelling, and you are motivated to develop as a scientist with the mentorship of a team of experienced technical staff. We are flexible regarding the career level for this position. While we are targeting an early- to mid-career geomorphologist, we are happy to discuss opportunities for fluvial geomorphologists of any career stage.
Salary and Benefits:
- Salary Range: $65,000 - $115,000 (salary dependent on qualifications and experience)
- Potential for annual merit bonus
- Potential for company match on 401(k)
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- 9 paid holidays
- 1 week paid community service leave annually
- 3 weeks paid vacation time annually
- 52 hrs sick leave annually
- ORCA card with monthly transit pass
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors in physical geography, geology, or similar with coursework or undergraduate focus in fluvial geomorphology OR Masters focused on fluvial geomorphology
- Proficiency with GIS software, Python, and/or R
- Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills
- The primary workplace for this position is our office in downtown Seattle
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in fluvial geomorphology OR Masters in fluvial geomorphology with 2+ years of work experience
- Proficiency in creating workflows and software tools for geomorphic analysis in GIS, Python, and/or R
- Experience in remote sensing methods for fluvial geomorphology, such as historical imagery assessment, DEM analyses, and geomorphic change detection
- Experience with field data collection, such as landscape interpretation, geomorphic mapping, and wood/sediment/substrate/riparian vegetation characterization
- Experience with sediment and/or wood transport analysis, such as morphodynamic modeling, sediment/wood budgeting, wood transport modeling, etc.
- Experience providing geomorphic guidance for river management, such as process-based restoration design, stream crossing replacement, infrastructure protection, etc.
- Geologist-in-training, LG, or ability to obtain LG within three years
Apply to this position here or contact info@watershedse.com with any questions. Note that the online application form requires a google login - if you do not have a google account, please email your resume and cover letter to info@watershedse.com.