Job Description:

Summary:

Barr is seeking a geochemist to join its Minneapolis office to undertake challenging and progressive work related to resource development; waste and mine water management; and the investigation, evaluation, and remediation of contaminated sites. Assignments may include working as an individual or as part of a project team to assist with environmental site assessments; investigations of contaminated soil, sediment, groundwater, surface water, and vapor; waste rock characterization studies; geochemical data analysis; development of qualitative and quantitative geochemical models; and preparation of technical reports. Work may also include on-site investigation tasks such as observing drilling and monitoring well installation, classifying soil and bedrock samples, and collecting samples for field screening and laboratory analysis.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in geology, geochemistry, hydrogeology, or other related major

• Academic coursework directly related to the job responsibilities described above and successful completion of a field or research course

• Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0

• Familiarity with low-temperature systems, environmental and aqueous geochemistry, mechanisms of metal mobility and retardation, acid-rock drainage systems, and the weathering zone (chemical reactions, phase diagrams, mineral solubility)

• Familiarity with statistical methods

• Willingness to learn how to build and interpret thermodynamic equilibrium geochemical models (e.g., PHREEQC, WATEQF, MIN3P, Geochemist's Workbench)

• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members and clients

• Strong technical and problem-solving skills

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel

• Attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness

• A flexible working style and the ability to work independently and with teams of specialists to meet client and project needs

• Willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs

• Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the future

• Possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in geology, geochemistry, hydrogeology, or other related major

• Coursework related to groundwater flow and transport

• Experience in environmental consulting

• Familiarity with environmental regulations

• Experience with mineralogical characterization methods, instrumentation, analysis, and interpretation

• Experience with geochemical testing methods for water chemistry

• Experience with statistical software for environmental applications (R, Python, Minitab, Sanitas, ProUCL, VSP, etc.)

• Experience in or willingness to learn contaminant transport modeling software and techniques

• Knowledge of isotope geochemistry

• 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) certification

• Willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs (up to 25% fieldwork; project needs will vary seasonally and over time)

A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and one's home office. This position is based out of Barr's Minneapolis, Minnesota, office.

NOTE: Some work locations may feature rough terrain typical of construction sites and may also require entering and working in facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Job assignments may involve work on waste disposal sites and sites requiring cleanup of hazardous materials. An OSHA-mandated physical exam may be required. Safety training will be provided. Applicants may be asked to participate in a drug screening program at the request of specific clients.

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