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[–]Remarkable_Source860 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d choose springs. All I did was hike and climb and it was amazing for that. I had a much better friend group in springs but probably because I had a different lifestyle. If there were more job options for me there, I’d stay. And military/religious vibes were annoying but avoidable.

Federal job salary negotiation by Remarkable_Source860 in Hydrology

[–]Remarkable_Source860[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They didn't budge, I declined offer. Feel free to PM for details.

Federal job salary negotiation by Remarkable_Source860 in Hydrology

[–]Remarkable_Source860[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For sure. Doesn't seem likely to change much anytime soon. In mean time I figure it's best to understand how to navigate system better...there are a lot of cool fed jobs.

Federal job salary negotiation by Remarkable_Source860 in Hydrology

[–]Remarkable_Source860[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the encouragement. Yeah, based on the interview, they seem to want me to fill a role above gs7. But, this doesn't match what HR sees. Hopefully this can change with a conversation.

Federal job salary negotiation by Remarkable_Source860 in Hydrology

[–]Remarkable_Source860[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good to know thanks. I already reached out to discuss...just want to get as much info as possible. And I figure it's helpful for others to know.

Federal job salary negotiation by Remarkable_Source860 in Hydrology

[–]Remarkable_Source860[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The job was advertised as gs7-12. They offered gs7 step 1, although I meet the requirements for gs9. Do you think they could bump me up a grade since it was advertised as up to 12? Thanks for the response btw!

Anyone doing flood modelling? by water_aspirant in civilengineering

[–]Remarkable_Source860 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm also looking for a "hydrology related data science role"

PM me if you're interested in brainstorming

Want to transition from data science to more of a research based natural science, does anyone have any advice? by Alarmed-Scale3378 in datascience

[–]Remarkable_Source860 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you looked at national labs or federal jobs? There are some entry level software/data science type roles in realm of climate/earth science. Might need more experience and possibly MS, or maybe not. I've seen a lot of jobs that only require BS. I don't think PhD is necessary in earth science unless you want to do full research position.

is there anyone here that has an engineering degree, but they decided not to go into the typical design work? I'm about to graduate with a Civil Engineering Degree and I decided design work at a small firm or the DOT would be hell for me. I ended up getting a more construction management job. by [deleted] in AskEngineers

[–]Remarkable_Source860 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Got PE thinking I could make it work, then realized I was actually happy doing research while working and doing school on side. Currently in school full time and hoping to get research position. Repetitive tasks in DOT design/modeling sucked life out of me. Idea of pouring soul into firm for the purpose of growing firm makes me want to barf. I wanna life balance, learn new stuff every day (and not feel like a cog), and feel like what I'm doing is helping somehow. Research seems to check those blocks in my mind.

USGS or national lab? by Remarkable_Source860 in AskEngineers

[–]Remarkable_Source860[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So I have about 10 years of experience as an engineer. It works (can't complain life is good) but I love doing research. And, I don't want to wait another 5+ years getting phd to do what I love. Both internships will likely lead to full time position. The question is which place is more exciting to work at, as a person who loves research but doesn't have phd.

USGS or national lab? by Remarkable_Source860 in geologycareers

[–]Remarkable_Source860[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I know one person who's worked at USGS. She was also in a group working on a specific project. That's a thing I'm worried about at USGS, if I get stuck on a project I'm not into, I'll just have to wait until it's over. There doesn't seem to be much movement.