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Associate Geophysicist
Requisition Number: 2025-1178-08
Do you enjoy working outdoors and solving real-world challenges? S&ME is seeking a dedicated Associate Geophysicist in Cincinnati, Ohio. Whether your background is in geophysics, geology, environmental science, or another field, this entry-level position offers the chance to gain valuable field experience, learn industry-leading methods, and grow your career with a team that values curiosity and professional development.
At S&ME, we have a history of delivering innovative geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction material testing for over 50 years. Over the decades, we have grown into a trusted partner for clients across various industries, including transportation, energy, water, waste management, education, government, commercial, industrial, and more. Our commitment to technical excellence and integrity has established us as a leader in our field.
Why Work at S&ME?
- Career Growth: We invest in your success with mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities.
- Exciting Projects: Big or small, simple or complex, we do it all. Our projects are as diverse as they are exciting, so every day brings something new.
- Supportive Culture: Collaboration, respect, and understanding fuels our team environment.
- Flexibility: Work-life balance matters to us, helping you thrive inside and outside the office.
- Community Impact: Your work will directly improve the communities where we live, work, and play.
About The Role:
As an Associate Geophysicist, you will primarily execute near-surface geophysical surveys and perform site observations, while also providing support for geophysical data processing as well as geotechnical and environmental exploration, allowing our team to deliver accurate subsurface insights for engineering and environmental projects. Approximately 75% or more of your time will be spent in the field, ensuring the integrity and reliability of geophysical data that supports safe infrastructure development and sustainable solutions. This role provides exposure to a wide range of geophysical techniques and offers opportunities to contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of the industry.
- Coordinate and Execute Field Surveys: Plan, organize, and perform near-surface geophysical surveys using a variety of advanced methodologies, such as electromagnetic induction, ground penetrating radar, electrical resistivity, and induced polarization.
- Assist with Data Processing: Support basic geophysical data processing and interpretation tasks, ensuring accuracy and consistency in deliverables.
- Ensure Data Quality and Compliance: Conduct QA/QC on field data, verify adherence to project goals, and identify limitations or anomalies in real time.
- Contribute to Proposals and Reporting: Assist in proposal preparation, draft report sections, and provide technical input to support project documentation.
- Maintain Equipment: Oversee calibration, organization, maintenance, and scheduling of geophysical equipment.
About You:
- You have a Bachelor’s degree in geophysics, geology, or a related field
- You have 0 to 3 years of professional experience
- You are willing and able to meet the physical and logistical demands of the position with the use of company-provided vehicles and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as:
- Primarily working outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions
- Routinely lifting and carrying equipment and materials up to 50+ pounds
- Regularly traveling (including out-of-town or overnight) for various projects as needed
- You have familiarity, experience or an interest in learning any of the following Geophysical methods:
- Seismic Refraction
- Seismic Surface Waves
- Borehole Logging
- Electromagnetic Induction (EM)
- Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)
- Electrical Resistivity (ER)
- Spontaneous Potential (SP)
- Induced Polarization (IP)
- Microgravity