Entry Level Environmental Scientist

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Job description

Overview / Responsibilities

Wood is currently recruiting for a Level 1 Water Resources Scientist with experience in Florida. Join Our Dynamic Water Resources Team in Florida

Are you an environmental scientist with 0 to 3 years' experience who enjoys a mix of field and office work? Are you looking to work with a worldwide company with an established team of professionals? Wood Environment and Infrastructure Solutions is seeking a scientist to work with our water resource team in Gainesville Florida. We have an excellent career opportunity for an individual with strong technical scientific skills.

Skills / Qualifications

* Key Responsibilities
* Ecological and environmental field data collection
* Laboratory work
* Data analysis
* Report writing

* Basic / Required Qualifications
* Scientist with 0 to 3 years' experience
* Minimum BS Degree in environmental, ecological, biological or similar sciences
* Knowledge in water resources, ecology, biology or other environmental sciences
* Knowledge of biologic, ecologic and other environmental issues in Florida
* Proficiency in using Microsoft Office products
* Strong oral and written communication skills, ability to prepare reports and setup spreadsheets
* Attention to detail
* Works well in Team environment
* Must be able to travel locally and out of area when necessary
* The position is located in Gainesville, FL
* Must pass drug test, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with Wood's driving (MVR) policy
* Proficiency in using ArcGIS

Preference will be given to applicant who can show experience performing field and/or laboratory work, including water quality monitoring, invertebrate identification, boat operation, and other similar tasks.

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 45,000 people.

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.