New position at the USGS - Health and Environmental Geochemist
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The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) seeks a Health and Environmental Geochemist, GS-12 or GS-13. This is a permanent Interdisciplinary research position within the National Research Program - Western Branch in Menlo Park, CA.
Some of the duties include:
• Devise and lead comprehensive earth science investigations that enhance understanding of the effects of volcanic emissions on human and livestock health.
• Lead quantitative geochemical investigations to determine the fate of magmatic and geothermal substances in streams, lakes, reservoirs, aquifers, and agricultural soils.
• Improve and develop sampling techniques and protocols, laboratory methods and procedures.
• Plan, conduct, and lead studies that characterize the impacts of geothermal energy development on water quality and the environment.
• Develop innovative geochemical data collection and analysis methods and techniques.
For details on the vacancy announcement, including specific qualification requirements and application procedures, go tohttp://www.usajobs.gov and refer to Job Announcement Number: PAC-2015-0689 (https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/414584000). Applicants must be U.S. citizens. Please address other inquiries to Shaul Hurwitz (shaulh@xxxxxxxx).
The deadline for applications is September 30, 2015.
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