USGS Emeritus Program
The USGS Emeritus Program allows retired USGS employees, as well as scientists from other Federal agencies, to volunteer their expertise, intellect, and creativity in efforts that allow them to remain active in the scientific community, enhance the programmatic activities of the USGS, and serve the public.
The Emeritus Program has been an important component of the USGS since its inception in 1986 as part of the USGS Volunteer for Science Program. It currently is coordinated in the USGS Office of Science Quality and Integrity. The Emeritus Program is open to all USGS employees who have contributed to the goals of the USGS during a productive career. In addition, scientists from other Federal agencies are now able to become Scientists Emeriti within the USGS Emeritus Program. Those who don’t qualify for the Emeritus Program, should consider becoming part of the USGS Volunteer for Science Program.
Emeriti can contribute to the USGS in many ways:
- Continue scientific investigations and complete products
- Start new areas of research that are of importance to the USGS and the Nation
- Provide support for USGS programs, science centers/branches, and projects
- Provide seasoned counsel to USGS managers and supervisors
- Mentor current or new employees and students
- Provide an institutional memory within the Federal Government
- Contribute to professional societies
- Serve on advisory committees
- Provide outreach to community groups about USGS activities and topics related to the Emeritus’ expertise