Explore Geologist Jobs

Geologists study Earth’s materials, structure, and processes to help organizations understand natural resources, assess environmental conditions, and manage geological risks. Explore geologist jobs on Ladders, where you can find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Geologists Do

Geologist responsibilities vary by specialty and employer. Work may include analyzing rock and soil samples, interpreting geological maps and subsurface data, conducting field investigations, preparing technical reports, and advising teams on resource development or site conditions. Some roles focus on research and modeling, while others involve fieldwork, project management, or regulatory compliance.

Where Geologists Work

Geologists work across industries such as energy, mining, environmental consulting, engineering, government, and scientific research. They may support exploration and production, evaluate groundwater and contaminated sites, assess hazards, or contribute to infrastructure and land-use projects. Senior and specialized positions may offer compensation at or above $100,000, depending on experience, location, industry, and qualifications.

Skills and Qualifications

Many geologist positions require a bachelor’s degree in geology or a related earth science field; research and advanced technical roles may prefer a master’s degree or doctorate. Employers often value experience with field methods, geological modeling, GIS, data analysis, technical writing, and relevant industry software. Some positions require professional licensure, safety training, or travel to project sites.

Find Geologist Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional geologist opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by specialty, seniority, location, and employer to find positions that align with your expertise and career goals. Job requirements and compensation vary by posting.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

Sort By: Relevance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by merging legal expertise with AI innovation. In this senior role, you'll collaborate with top law firms to enhance workflows and drive technology adoption, shaping the future o...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower decision-making by utilizing data-driven insights to enhance operations, supporting growth through statistical modeling and AI techniques while maintaining compliance in a complex regulatory e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the design and implementation of scalable ML systems, bridging business strategy with technical execution. Drive impactful data solutions, mentor teams, and ensure robust model performance to enh...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $150K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity operations by managing incident response, mentoring SOC analysts, and developing processes to effectively identify and mitigate threats in a 24/7 Security Op...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $92K *

Lead the charge in managing Safety and Compliance Committee operations, ensuring accurate records, effective onboarding, and seamless collaboration with stakeholders to uphold governance standards and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $125K *

Lead the charge in mobilizing significant carbon transactions across Latin America, managing multi-stakeholder relationships and driving strategic initiatives to support forest protection programs und...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $140K *

Champion innovative data visualization solutions to enhance strategic decision-making. Collaborate with stakeholders to design, develop, and maintain impactful dashboards that simplify complex data fo...

Virginia, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading power systems engineering for transmission protection. Drive compliance, enhance reliability, and guide teams in innovative solutions to shape the future of energy with adv...

Austin, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Product Manager, driving innovative digital commerce solutions. Leverage data to enhance customer experiences and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver imp...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to provision and manage cloud environments, automate deployments, and ensure robust cloud security. Leverage your expertise in AWS or Azure and OpenShift to drive cloud migrations...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $105K *

Drive cloud infrastructure excellence by managing environments, automating deployments, and ensuring security. Collaborate on cloud migrations and capacity planning while producing essential documenta...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $97K *

Unlock potential by conducting in-depth equity research, delivering actionable insights, and collaborating with a dynamic team to support institutional investors and advisors in making informed financ...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $159K *

Drive privacy excellence by executing assessments and managing risks across products. Collaborate with Legal, Product, and Engineering to embed privacy by design and enhance frameworks that protect cu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's building innovative software for AI labs, enabling seamless management of compute resources across multiple clusters. Collaborate with engineers to create impactful solutions that e...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform brand vision into cohesive creative suites across digital and print. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver engaging designs that enhance customer experience and uphold brand sta...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex commercial real estate due diligence projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide technical guidance and client leadership, ensuring high-quality d...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $170K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing construction projects, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and driving operational excellence. Lead on-site teams, manage budgets, and collaborate w...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing contract management and customer experience. Leverage your expertise in contract administration and customer service to streamline processes and ensure compli...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $210K *

Lead the execution of energy infrastructure investments, managing complex programs from development to delivery. Drive governance, cross-functional coordination, and external partnerships to ensure ti...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic design role focused on transforming complex supply chain systems into intuitive user experiences. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and drive imp...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$87K - $157K *

Lead the charge in designing and reviewing structural components for substation and transmission projects, ensuring quality control and mentoring junior engineers while engaging with clients and suppo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead strategies to drive environmental due diligence growth, manage key client relationships, oversee project execution, and ensure delivery of high-quality results through effective team leadership a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Develop and maintain core financial platforms, ensuring reliability and data integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement scalable solutions and enhance platform performance in a re...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Drive innovation as a Senior Product Manager, leading strategic initiatives in Adaptive Training and Continuous Learning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and achiev...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Empower the reliability of AI workloads by defining SLOs, managing AWS infrastructure, and ensuring safe operations for a multi-tenant platform. Collaborate on incident response and build observabilit...

Myrtle Point, ORRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a geologist do?question toggle

    A geologist studies Earth’s materials, structure, and processes. Depending on the role, they may conduct fieldwork, analyze samples and data, create geological models, assess natural resources or hazards, and provide technical guidance.

  • Where can geologists work?question toggle

    Geologists work in fields such as energy, mining, environmental consulting, engineering, government, and research. Their work may involve exploration, site assessment, groundwater, hazard analysis, or land and infrastructure projects.

  • What qualifications are needed for geologist jobs?question toggle

    Many roles require a bachelor’s degree in geology or a related earth science discipline. Specialized or research positions may prefer graduate education, and some jobs require licensure, safety credentials, field experience, or proficiency with GIS and modeling tools.

  • Can geologists earn $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Some senior, specialized, or industry-specific geologist roles pay $100,000 or more. Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, employer, industry, and job responsibilities.

  • How can I find geologist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse geologist listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each posting for its requirements, location, responsibilities, and compensation details.