Quaternary Geologist - Hybrid

The Alberta Geological Survey, a branch of the Alberta Energy Regulator, seeks a Quaternary Geologist for the Groundwater Geoscience Team. This position involves producing near-surface stratigraphic models for the Southern Alberta Groundwater Evaluation project to identify favorable groundwater locations. The work supports regulatory decisions and sustainable groundwater management across southern Alberta.

Daily responsibilities center on applying geological principles to map Neogene-Quaternary stratigraphy and build 3D models using Seequent Leapfrog Works. Models cover roughly 5000 km2 and delineate coarse-grained geobodies that may serve as aquifers. Field observations, core, water well records, and geophysical data inform the subsurface interpretations.

The Groundwater Geoscience Team collaborates with hydrogeologists to integrate geological surfaces into conceptual and numerical groundwater models. Results are shared through maps, reports, and web-hosted applications for decision-makers, licence holders, and municipalities. Interaction with university peers and provincial departments supports ongoing scientific credibility.

This limited-term role contributes directly to improved access to groundwater data and more resilient resource planning. Field programs for drilling and outcrop logging provide hands-on stratigraphic insight while advancing the SAGE project objectives.

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