We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

At Olsson, we help our clients proactively comply with complicated regulatory processes and provide our clients with the latest and best methods of documentation, remediation, and restoration. The Assistant Scientist role is an entry-level, developmental position that performs a variety of routine scientific assignments that strengthen knowledge and experience with scientific staff, methods, practices, and programs while under direct supervision. This position assists with generating ideas and developing purposeful, high-quality solutions that help balance the needs of our clients and the benefits to the environment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists with data collection and research for scientific assignments utilizing familiarity
• with standard techniques and established methods.
• Performs entry-level data evaluation and receives clearly defined instructions for necessary tasks.
• Gains knowledge and experience working within design, modeling, and/or geographic information systems.
• May work in the office, lab, or field, assisting with standard scientific samples, field observations, and data collection assignments.
• Works under the direction of senior staff to perform field investigations, collect data, and document field procedures.
• Receives guidance from senior level staff to assist with data analysis from reports, maps, drawings, samplings, tests, and/or aerial photographs to help with plans and permits for projects.
• Contributes to limited portions of a broader project while under direct supervision.
• Gathers and prepares research to assist with the assembly of technical reports.
• May provide mentoring to student interns by answering questions and offering guidance with routine assignments.
• May travel and work in all types of terrain and weather conditions at project sites in various stages of construction.

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities

You bring to the team:

• Strong Communication Skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or other applicable field
• Adept in verbal and written communication.
• Has solid interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Has the ability to diligently research applicable requirements and regulations.
• Has advanced understanding of science and analytical abilities.
• Has working knowledge (or the ability to become proficient) in applicable technologies.
• Understands their role in quality management.
• Has a valid driver’s license and a good driving history.
• Has a willingness to work a flexible schedule and travel as required.

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
•  Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Olsson is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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