Paleontologist; on call

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AECOM is seeking experienced On-Call Paleontologist's to join our U.West Rockies Environmental Planning and Permitting team.

• * This remote position is a part-time, on-call role meaning hours will vary and will be dependent on our project-based needs. Ability to provide taxonomic identification of vertebrate and/or invertebrate fossils to genus- or species-level for various projects.
• Should possess expertise in field monitoring operations.
• Strong, concise writing, research and data management skills.
• Candidates must have the ability to travel and conduct fieldwork throughout Western US

Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed, worldwide, internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading, world class environmental firm, and we want you to succeed within it. AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence, leading-edge science and innovative project delivery.

Our global clients and their projects span a variety of market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems.

Bachelor's degree in paleontology or related field such as geology or biology.

• ~A valid driver’s license is required , along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy.
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  D. in Paleontology preferred or related field such as geology or biology.
• ~4+ years of relevant paleontology experience.
• ~ Candidates may be dual qualified in Archaeology.
• ~ Strong understanding of federal, state and local environmental regulations.
• ~ Knowledge and understanding of the regional geology of the Western U.Ability to direct field recovery of fossil specimens in the field.
• ~ Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• ~ Ability to read topographic maps, geological maps, and project maps.
• ~ Able to work cooperatively with crew members, supervisors, and clients.
• ~ Outdoor activity may involve walking/trekking in uneven terrain over long distances in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time.

Relocation is not available for this position.

THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY JANUARY 27, 2027.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options , well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

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