Eastern Shawnee Companies, LLC (ESC), is a board-governed holding company that proudly represents a collection of tribally owned small businesses providing professional and construction services. As a wholly owned subsidiary of the Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma (ESTO), ESC is deeply committed to enhancing and supporting tribal sovereignty while delivering sustainable solutions for our diverse range of tribal, federal, government, and private clients.

Our primary focus is empowering tribal communities and promoting economic growth through dedicated services. By leveraging our experience and deep understanding of the challenges faced by tribal entities, ESC aims to be a trusted partner for tribal, federal, municipal, and private clients alike. We are passionate about creating sustainable solutions that benefit our clients and contribute to preserving tribal heritage and the well-being of future generations.

We invite you to join us on this transformative journey as we build upon tradition, empower communities, and create a legacy that resonates for future generations.

Summary

Eastern Shawnee Companies (ESC) is seeking a Scientific Graphics & Publication Specialist to support the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) National and Global Petroleum Assessment Project.

The position focuses on developing scientific graphics, technical illustrations, maps, presentation materials, and publication-ready figures supporting geological research and petroleum resource assessments.

The ideal candidate has strong graphic production skills, experience working with technical or scientific content, and the ability to translate complex information into accurate, professional visual products.

This is a fully remote position. Candidates may reside anywhere in the United States but must maintain regular availability during core working hours aligned with U.S. Mountain Time and participate in scheduled virtual meetings and technical reviews.

Please note: This role is part of a proposed contract effort and is contingent upon award to ESC. 

Key Responsibilities

• Produce scientific illustrations, maps, charts, figures, and graphics for technical reports, presentations, and publications.
• Prepare and refine geological cross sections, well logs, seismic figures, scanned maps, and other technical illustrations using provided source materials.
• Develop publication-ready graphics for USGS Fact Sheets, scientific reports, Data Releases, and other digital or print publications.
• Design large-format scientific posters, conference presentations, and technical briefing materials.
• Create resource summary maps, tables, charts, and visualizations for scientific and government audiences.
• Convert GIS-generated maps and source materials into professionally formatted publication graphics.
• Collaborate remotely with GIS analysts, scientists, and technical personnel to ensure scientific accuracy.
• Apply consistent formatting, typography, labeling, symbology, and visual design standards.
• Maintain editable source files and incorporate technical review comments.
• Support concurrent publication schedules and time-sensitive graphics requests.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Scientific Illustration, Visual Communication, Geography, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 2–5 years of professional experience in graphic design, technical illustration, publication production, or scientific visualization.
• Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, or comparable professional graphics software.
• Strong Microsoft PowerPoint and presentation design skills.
• Experience preparing high-resolution graphics for digital and print publication.
• Ability to work with technical diagrams, maps, charts, tables, and complex source materials.
• Strong understanding of typography, layout, visual hierarchy, and production quality.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to accurately incorporate technical feedback.
• Strong communication, organization, and remote collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience producing scientific, geological, environmental, engineering, or natural resource graphics.
• Familiarity with geological cross sections, well logs, stratigraphic diagrams, or other geoscience illustrations.
• Working knowledge of Esri ArcGIS Pro or experience using GIS-generated maps.
• Experience supporting scientific publications, research organizations, or government technical reports.
• Familiarity with Section 508 accessibility requirements for digital graphics and publications.
• Experience preparing large-format posters and scientific conference materials.

Remote Work Expectations

• Work remotely from an approved location within the United States.
• Maintain consistent availability during established core working hours aligned with U.S. Mountain Time, regardless of personal time zone.
• Attend scheduled virtual meetings, technical reviews, and project coordination sessions.
• Maintain reliable internet connectivity and a suitable remote working environment.
• Meet project deadlines, communicate progress, and remain responsive to assigned work and changing priorities.
• Follow applicable federal information security and data protection requirements.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a current résumé and a portfolio demonstrating relevant technical graphics, scientific illustrations, maps, publication figures, or related design work.

Benefits

ESC offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, individualized savings plans, accident insurance, cancer insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, paid time off and holidays.

EEO 

ESC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.