Hydrogeologist

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Hydrogeologist conducting applied and fundamental research in hydrogeology for the Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey. Collaborating with local and federal agencies to improve Wisconsin's hydrogeology understanding.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeMadison • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and conduct applied and fundamental groundwater research on various aspects of the hydrogeology of Wisconsin in a timely and efficient manner including project leadership, project management, seeking funding as appropriate, planning, preparation of proposals, budgeting, field work, data management, and report/manuscript preparation.
Perform field work, such as monitoring-well installation, water-level measurement, streamflow measurement, pumping and slug tests, surface and borehole geophysical measurement, and collection of water samples.
Collect, analyze, and interpret hydrogeologic data using subsurface data and literature reviews; develop and update project-specific databases; exchange and share data with project cooperators; and incorporate subsurface and surface mapping data into WGNHS databases.
Communicate the results of investigations through workshops, training sessions, and lectures for a variety of scientific, technical, regulatory, governmental, and public audiences, and publication of peer-reviewed written reports and maps.
Serve the geologic and hydrogeologic community through internal and external peer review of publications and service on committees.
Supervise and mentor student employees.
Collaborate with other WGNHS staff and local, state, Tribal, and federal agencies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 2 years relevant professional experience in hydrogeology, hydrology, or a closely related field is required by the start date of the position.
Broad training in the geological sciences, and experience in working with subsurface data sets.
Interest and specialized experience/training in at least one of the following fields related to hydrogeology: applied geophysics, karst/fractured rock systems, hydrostratigraphy, geochemistry, groundwater modeling, or contaminant hydrogeology.
Experience in project management including scoping work, managing budgets, and delivering products in accordance with project timelines.
Experience in leading and conducting field-based hydrologic investigations.
Skills and experience in presenting hydrological data in maps, cross-sections, and graphs.
Demonstrated ability to write, present, educate, and otherwise communicate ideas effectively to a broad audience.
Demonstrated experience with hydrogeologic and GIS software, spreadsheets, and graphic analysis.
Ability to work professionally, courteously, collaboratively, and productively on a project team.
Commitment to developing projects that serve societal needs.
Demonstrated ability to effectively work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.

Benefits

Comp & perks

generous paid time off
competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance
tax-advantaged savings accounts
participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund

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Hard Skills & Tools

HydrogeologyHydrologyApplied GeophysicsGroundwater ModelingContaminant HydrogeologyGeochemistryData ManagementGIS SoftwareBudgetingField Work

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationMentoringLeadershipInterpersonal Skills