Geologist at Meru University of Science and Technology

The geologist analyst will be responsible for coordination of field and technical activities in the LC3-TRC Africa projects by ensuring that all testwork are done as scheduled.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Planning clay, limestone and gypsum geological and field surveys
• Formulating standard operating procedures for laboratory activities
• Overseeing maintenance of analytical database, records and equipment for geological clay activities
• Conduct field and laboratory testing of clay, limestone and gypsum in qualitative and quantitative aspects.
• Interpreting data on clay mining activities.
• Interpreting data on analytical /diagnostic work on clay, limestone and gypsum.
• Preparation of laboratory reports and work plans.

Required Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of Master’s degree in Earth Sciences/Geology/ Chemistry/ Material science or its equivalent from an accredited and recognized institution.
• A certificate course on Limestone Calcined Clay Cement (LC3) or equivalent short courses on cement technology will be added advantage.