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Geoscience Jobs & Opportunities
Positions Open • Have excellent communication skills, media 10 years professional experience, prior administra-
experience, and the ability to positively influence tive and/or leadership experience, national recog-
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO) others. nition in geoscience research, excellent communi-
NATIONAL GROUND WATER cation skills, knowledge of natural resources and
ASSOCIATION • Seek opportunities to strengthen cross-organi- the environmental aspects of their use, and demon-
zational collaboration. strated ability to deal with natural-resource policy
The National Ground Water Association (NGWA) issues. Will have the opportunity to jointly hold a
seeks a collaborative, forward-thinking Chief • Effectively influence public policy and regulatory tenured faculty position in an academic depart-
Executive Officer to lead the organization in issues affecting members. ment at the University of Kansas (KU).
partnership with the Board of Directors. NGWA
is a hybrid international trade association and sci- • Work to secure legislation and grants from The KGS is a research and service division of
entific professional society working together to federal government to better our industry and KU. Created in 1889, the KGS studies the geology
advance groundwater knowledge and the success members. of Kansas, develops new techniques for exploring
of members through education and outreach; advo- and analyzing geologic data, and produces and
cacy; cooperation and information exchange; and • Represent NGWA regionally, nationally and disseminates maps, reports, and scientific papers.
enhancement of professional practices. NGWA’s internationally to achieve NGWA goals. Regular Among the premier earth-science research and
vision is to be the leading groundwater association travel and public speaking engagements are an service institutions in the U.S., the KGS has an
advocating the responsible development, manage- important part of this position. annual state budget of $5.8 million, a fiscal year
ment, and use of groundwater. NGWA also oper- 2016 grant and contract budget of $4.6 million, and
ates a charitable foundation, the NGWA Founda- • The ideal candidate will be a seasoned executive employs more than 112 researchers, support staff,
tion, focused on education, research and charitable leader with a strong track record of successfully and students engaged in a variety of disciplines.
activities related to broader public understanding leading and developing teams, working with an Staff collaborate extensively with faculty and
of groundwater. engaged Board, diversifying revenue streams, students in academic departments at KU.
leading strategic planning, and cultivating rela-
The current CEO will retire at the end of 2017. tionships with a wide spectrum of stakeholders, Full announcement and application info at
The next CEO must be a talented leader who rec- vendors, and partners. www.kgs.ku.edu/General/jobs.html. Review will
ognizes successes of the past and charts a course This describes the general nature of the CEO begin March 1, 2017, position open until filled.
for future impact and growth. For further information contact Greg Ludvig-
position. A full position description will be provided son (gludvigson@kgs.ku.edu), www.kgs.ku.edu.
NGWA has four membership sections— to candidates. KU is an EO/AAE, http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/
contractors, scientists and engineers, manufactur- nondiscrimination.
ers, and suppliers. The national board has 19 voting To Apply: NGWA has retained Nancy Rum-
members and each membership section has an mel of Nancy Rummel & Associates to assist in Opportunities for students
oversight board. The CEO manages a staff of 29 this search. Candidates should submit a letter of
and a budget of $5.5 Million, and serves roughly interest with salary requirement and resume to: Ph.D. position in Sedimentology and Paleo-
10,500 members. Nancy@nancyrummel.com. Deadline for appli- limnology, Missouri University of Science and
cation is March 31, 2017. Technology. We seek a qualified Ph.D. candidate
In close partnership with the Board of Direc- to investigate the sedimentology of modern lacus-
tors and staff, the CEO provides strategic vision Salary package is commensurate with experience. trine environments. The objective of the project is
and leadership to steward the future of NGWA and The National Ground Water Association head- to better understand processes controlling sedi-
cultivates relationships with key policymakers, quarters is located in Westerville, Ohio. To learn mentation in an evolving lacustrine basin within
stakeholders, the media, and partners to advance more about NGWA, visit: www.ngwa.org. an active tectonic setting. Full financial support is
NGWA’s goals. The CEO has a strong external available for at least three years at a competitive
presence and the ability to engage stakeholders. GEOLOGY: SOLID EARTH rate through research and teaching assistantships.
GEOLOGY, GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS Candidates with a strong background and inter-
As an international association, NGWA works est in sedimentology, paleolimnology, and paleo
with a network of state and professional associations COLLEGE climate are strongly encouraged to apply. Starting
as well as foreign counterparts serving groundwater Starting September 2017 date, August 2017.
professionals. The CEO has a strong external pres-
ence and needs a natural ability to collaborate, har- Gustavus Adolphus College seeks a full-time If interested, please submit C.V. and one page
ness the collective voice of the groundwater industry, one-year position of visiting assistant professor summary of research interests to Dr. Jonathan
and cultivate relationships globally. to begin September 1, 2017. We seek candidates Obrist at obristj@mst.edu.
with a PhD or ABD and demonstrated excellence
The CEO is a visible leader for NGWA and will in undergraduate teaching. Assignments include Check out the Job
courses in earth materials/mineralogy, structural Board for the latest
• Be the operational leader that the Board needs geology, petrology, introductory geology, a Janu- recruitment postings.
to achieve NGWA’s strategic plan. ary Term experiential course, and senior thesis
supervision. The strongest candidates will articu-
• Successfully achieve NGWA’s goals as estab- late their intersections with emerging employment
lished by the Board. opportunities in the geosciences, and complement
our existing department strengths. Visit http://
• Have strategic vision to assist the Board in gustavus.edu/jobs for application instructions.
setting the best goals. Application review will begin immediately, and
continue until the position is filled.
• Work in a collegial, transparent and highly
participatory manner. Gustavus Adolphus College is a EOE Employer/
Disabled/Vet employer.
• Be highly knowledgeable about, attuned to,
and effective in researching member needs and DIRECTOR, KANSAS GEOLOGICAL
industry issues. SURVEY
• Identify and foster opportunities to diversify THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS,
and grow the organization’s revenue through LAWRENCE
new partnerships and services.
Full-time position serving as the Director of the
• Manage and nurture an exceptional staff. Kansas Geological Survey (KGS) and State Geolo-
• Possess a high level of business and financial gist. Must develop and articulate a vision of KGS
programs, understand the concept of serving Kan-
acumen along with experience improving oper- sas through high-quality research in the applied
ational efficiencies. geosciences, and embrace a collegial leadership
style. Requires doctorate in the geosciences with
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