What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Scientist position at Argus Monitoring Solutions?
Job Overview
Seismic Surveys, a division of Argus Monitoring Solutions, is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Staff Scientist to join our team of Geologists and Engineers performing condition assessment surveys and instrumentation monitoring — including vibration, sound, geotechnical, structural, and geological equipment. This position involves field monitoring, data analysis, and reporting for geotechnical and construction vibration projects. Ideal candidates are dependable, safety-conscious, and comfortable working independently in both office and field environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Travel to job sites throughout the Frederick, MD region to perform pre-, interim-, and post-construction condition surveys
- Operate seismographs to monitor vibrations from construction or blasting activities
- Analyze seismic data and prepare accurate, timely reports
- Build, maintain, and install remote seismograph stations; manage equipment inventory and logs
- Assist in preparing proposals and technical reports
- Maintain thorough documentation of all field activities for inclusion in project files and final reports
- Participate in training, conferences, and other professional development as approved
- Follow all company and OSHA safety procedures and complete required safety training
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Geology, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related Earth Science field
- Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation
- Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills; proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe, and Apple platforms
- Ability to work independently in varied field conditions and travel as needed
- Must be a US citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States; fluency in English required
- ICC Residential Building Inspector Certification within two years of employment (Preferred)
- Instrumentation experience, including survey total stations (Preferred)
- Knowledge of building materials and construction (Preferred)
- F.E. or P.G. certification (Preferred)
- Bilingual (English/Spanish or other languages) (Preferred)
This is a full-time (8- or 10-hour shift), on-site position requiring travel, and may occasionally require overtime or response to weekend/evening call-outs.
Pay: $55,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $62,000