Job Description

If you are interested in working with this summer, this is a great opportunity for you!

Duties:

• Application of geologic knowledge and training when creating virtual geology fieldtrips.
• Design, collect data, and construct virtual geology field trips for the 2023 summer field season with oversight from the project co-leads (M. Samolczyk and J. Cubley). This includes time for preliminary planning and training, as well as project finalization.
• Collect 3D rock imagery and high quality still images for use in virtual geology field trips using a camera and computer software.
• Collect and edit drone data.
• Construct virtual geology fieldtrips on a digital platform (e.g. ESRI StoryMaps). This will include drafting diagrams and written geologic descriptions.
• Conduct geology field work associated with virtual geology field trips. This will include being outdoors in all weather conditions, rigorous hiking, camping and cooking in remote areas, and carrying heaving loads. Estimated time in field is 3 - 4 weeks.
• Create teaching materials for middle-school and high-school level students. This may include liaising and consultation with educators.
• Carry out virtual geology project promotion, including the design and creation of promotional materials.
• Engage stakeholders and interest groups, including any affected First Nations.

Qualifications:

• The candidate must have completed a geology degree. Completion of graduate-level geology education with previous geology field experience is an asset.
• Certification from Transport Canada to operate and fly a drone is an asset.
• Comfortable working with various software platforms, such as ESRI StoryMaps and ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Cloud programs, etc.
• Physical fitness allowing for strenuous hiking and carrying equipment in the backcountry.
• Comfort camping and with helicopter travel.
• Strong writing and communication skills.

For more information, please contact: Mary Samolczyk, Earth Sciences Program Coordinator, msamolczyk@yukonu.ca

Quoting the employment opportunity number, please send your cover letter and resume to: Human Resource Services
Yukon University, Box 2799
Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5K4
Fax: 867 668 8896
Email:

Applicants should clearly outline all relevant qualifications since selection for interview will be based on applications submitted.

Please be prepared to provide official transcripts upon request.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Yukon University