Director and State Geologist

About the role

The LSU Energy Institute seeks a Director for the Louisiana Geological Survey, who will also serve as the State Geologist, providing strategic leadership and scientific oversight.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and overall management of the Survey, directing scientific, technical, administrative, and operational activities.
• Oversee statewide geological investigations, mapping, subsurface studies, hazard assessments, and related research initiatives.
• Maintain current surface and subsurface geological surveys and steward the core facility, ensuring preservation and accessibility of cores, logs, and data.
• Serve as the primary spokesperson and subject‑matter expert, representing the Survey to policymakers, industry, academia, media, and the public.
• Develop collaborative relationships with government agencies, academic institutions, industry partners, and pursue external funding through grants and contracts.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in geology or related field and at least 7 years of experience; eligibility for Louisiana Professional Geoscientist licensure.
• Preferred: Ph.D. in geology or related field, senior‑rank academic record, demonstrated scientific leadership, and strong communication skills.