AECOM: Paleontologist (on call) — Phoenix, AZ, United States

About AECOM

AECOM is an infrastructure consulting business whose employer material describes work involving transport, energy, water and the built environment. Its activities bring together planning, design, engineering, scientific work, and programme or construction management. The organisation's described projects concern the physical systems used by communities, from travel and utilities to buildings. Those activities connect technical disciplines with project delivery, supported by digital and business functions around the planning, development and management of infrastructure.

The position and its setting

AECOM lists Paleontologist (on call) in Phoenix, AZ, United States, under reference J10162805. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Employment type: Part-time
• Employer listing date: 24 October 2026
• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Job Family: Environmental Science
• Brands: AECOM

Responsibilities and work described

• AECOM is seeking experienced On-Call Paleontologist's to join our U.S
• West Rockies Environmental Planning and Permitting team
• *This remote position is a part-time, on-call role meaning hours will vary and will be dependent on our project-based needs
• Candidates should ideally be located in Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, Montana or Colorado regions
• Paleontological fieldwork experience in Western US
• Should possess expertise in field monitoring operations
• Strong, concise writing, research and data management skills
• Candidates must have the ability to travel and conduct fieldwork throughout Western US
• About AECOM’s Environment Business Line
• Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed, worldwide, internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world
• AECOM is an industry-leading, environmental firm, and we want you to succeed within it
• We respect and encourage your own pathway to excellence via our Freedom to Grow initiative
• AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence, leading-edge science and innovative project delivery
• We provide sustainable solutions for some of the world’s most challenging issues
• Our global clients and their projects span a variety of market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems

Essential requirements and candidate background

• Provide taxonomic identification of vertebrate and/or invertebrate fossils to genus- or species-level for various projects
• Bachelor's degree in paleontology or related field such as geology or biology
• 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education focused on paleontological fieldwork and technical reports
• A valid driver’s license is required, along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy
• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required

Education and qualification routes

• Degree / qualification: M.S or Ph.D. in Paleontology preferred or related field such as geology or biology

Experience and professional background

• 4+ years of relevant paleontology experience

Preferred experience and additional strengths

• Candidates may be dual qualified in Archaeology
• Understanding: federal, state and local environmental regulations
• Knowledge and understanding of the regional geology of the Western U.S
• Direct field recovery of fossil specimens in the field
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Read topographic maps, geological maps, and project maps
• Able to work cooperatively with crew members, supervisors, and clients
• Outdoor activity may involve walking/trekking in uneven terrain over long distances in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time

Location, schedule and contract conditions

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• Work arrangement: Remote
• Advertised location: Phoenix, AZ, United States

Pay and application dates

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Relevant skills

• sustainability