ASSISTANT GEOSCIENTISTS

July 24th, 2021 at 07:41 am

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the supervision of Senior Geoscientists, the ideal candidate(s) would be required to:

• Conduct geological (field) mapping and collect rock samples for petrographical and geochemical investigations/analysis
• Participate in field research to determine the occurrence and distribution of economic minerals in various part of the country
• Participate in various geological, geophysical, geochemical, seismological, geotechnical and other surveys periodically undertaken by the Authority.
• Assist in the collection, compilation, analysis and interpretation of geoscience data, including clays and ceramic materials
• Any other work assigned by the Management of GGSA in furtherance of the Authority’s objectives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

Candidates for this position must:

• possess a minimum of Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Geosciences awarded by a tertiary institution.
• have at least two (2) years relevant experience in a reputable public or private sector organisation.
• have completed the statutory National Service
• have good interpersonal and communication skills
• be computer literate Knowledge in and ability to use various geoscientific software such as ArcGIS, Mapinto, QGIS, Delta Graph, Surfer and Microsoft Excel will be an advantage.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certificates and the names of addresses of two (2) referees should be submitted to

Ghana Geological Survey Authority,
P. O. Box M 80
Accra

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE

not later than 5 pm. by Friday, 6th August, 2021.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.