Geoscience Careers: Academic, Industry, Government and Non-Profit Opportunities

Friday, October 30, 2015: 1:30 PM-3:00 PM
Chesapeake 9 (Gaylord National Resort And Convention Center)
Chair:
Dena Smith, PhD, Executive Director, Geological Society of America
Presenters:
Heather Houlton, MS, Education and Outreach Specialist, American Geosciences Institute , Scott Foss, PhD, Senior Paleontologist, Department of the Interior , Michael Hubenthal, PhD, Senior Education Specialist, IRIS , Lisa White, PhD, Director of Education and Outreach, University of California, Berkeley , Marina Suarez, PhD, Assistant Professor, University of Texas at San Antonio and Dena Smith, PhD, Executive Director, Geological Society of America

Description: This session is for students at all levels and early career scientists who are interested in learning more about careers in the Geosciences.  We will share data about the potential for job growth within the geosciences and discuss the different career paths available in this vibrant discipline area.