en-us 11 Sep 2007 09:11:11 PSThttp://www.sci.sdsu.edu Job Opportunities for SDSU College of Sciences Students 11 Sep 2007 09:11:01 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/wcee_geologist_091107.pdf West Coast Environmental and Engineering has an immediate opening for a "Mid-Level" geologist or mining engineer with at least five years experience in the mining industry. The position is based in the Nevada City, California office and may require up to 25% travel in the western United States and Canada. Responsibilities include management of mining projects, preparation of reports, field evaluations, and collaboration with clients. 11 Sep 2007 09:11:02 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/usgs_geologist_091107.pdf The U.S. Geological Survey, Alaska Science Center is seeking a full-time, permanent Research Economic Geologist with geologic mapping expertise in Anchorage, Alaska. 09 Sep 2007 12:01:01 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/yukon-nevada_090507.pdf Yukon-Nevada Gold Corp. is seeking three adventuresome geologists to log core and supervise drill rigs at their Ketza River Project in the Yukon. The work schedule is four-weeks-on and two-weeks-off with travel time and transportation between your hometown and the camp paid by the company. 09 Sep 2007 12:01:01 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/AML_Program_Manager_090507.pdf This position will be responsible for managing the USFS abandoned mine lands (AML) program in Oregon and Washington and will also assist with developing additional AML contracts. Work would consist of the following: Responsible for managing the proposal development and implementation of projects under CES' USFS AML contract in Oregon and Washington. 20 Aug 2007 12:01:01 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/Publications_Internship_082007.pdf Mental Health America is seeking a journalism/communications student for an internship in its busy publications department. Responsibilities include various writing projects for print and online publications, editing, proofreading, trafficking and administrative duties. Successful candidates will have excellent writing, copy editing and organizational skills. 20 Aug 2007 12:01:01 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/Media_Relations_Internship_082007.pdf Mental Health America is seeking journalism/communications students for a fall internship in its busy Media Relations department. Intern responsibilities will include media tracking, various writing projects and assisting with Mental Health America's podcast (information at www.mentalhealthamerica.net/go/chimingin). Other tasks assigned as necessary. 20 Aug 2007 12:01:01 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/Affiliate_Services_Internship_082007.pdf Individuals who seek experience in identifying critical issues and solutions to the challenges of dwindling funding and increasing needs in the mental health field faced by national and local advocates should apply. The Mental Health America Affiliate Services Department provides our 320 state and local affiliates nationwide with training and technical assistance on organizational capacity issues, helping affiliates work effectively in providing mental health education, advocacy and services in their local communities. 20 Aug 2007 12:01:01 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/Development_Intern_082007.pdf Fundraising Internship Opportunity to support corporate, foundation and individual fundraising efforts. Development interns research potential targets, track foundation activity and outreach efforts, draft communications. Marketing Internship Opportunity to support various marketing efforts through prospect identification for cause-related marketing campaigns. Also responsible for maintaining contact database, assist with planning special events, tracking department functions and outreach efforts, brainstorm creative partnership strategies. 20 Aug 2007 12:01:01 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/NAMHPAC_Internship_082007.pdf The intern will assist with project coordination activities. Tasks may include helping to research material for presentations and technical assistance activities, and managing logistics associated with meetings and travel. Research supporting brochure development on topics related to mental health may also be part of the internship. The intern may also assist with website development and maintenance and database management. The intern is required to work at least 3 days a week. 20 Aug 2007 12:01:01 PST http://www.sdcounty.ca.gov/hr/employment/student_worker_program.html The purpose of the Student Worker/Internship Program is to encourage students who are in the process of completing their education to become interested in a career with the County of San Diego. Duties include: Provide support to the Department of Planning and Land Use, Fire Prevention Division. Support GIS Analysts, Planners, and Fire Code Specialists on a variety of fire planning projects. Assist with background research, data collection, database creation/maintenance, map creation, and other written and graphic deliverables. Perform other duties as assigned. 20 Aug 2007 12:01:01 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/Ad_Senior_Geologist_072407.pdf Design, develop and successfully execute mineral exploration strategies (advanced and grassroots). Manage exploration programs including permitting, contracting, management, budgets and deadlines. Develop and maintain an active partnership with the BLM relative to all permitting and compliance issues. Manage and direct team members and contractors as necessary. Direct, manage and participate in geological field work including, mapping and geophysical and geochemical testing. Responsible for the collection, analysis and management of geological data via the use of GIS software, satellite imagery and geo-data bases. Analyze data, and prepare summary reports with actionable recommendations regarding the economic evaluation of mineral resources including financial assurance calculations for new mines and new unit to existing mines. 20 Aug 2007 12:01:01 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/Ad_Junior_Geologist_072407.pdf Collate, populate, validate and maintain databases with sample information and all available mineralogical and analytical exploration data. Interpretation of sampling and mineralogical data. Perform quality control checks on sampling data. Use common exploration methods (geochemistry, geophysics) to collect and interpret geological field data. Prepare geological maps, tables, reports and illustrations for management review. 30 JuL 2007 14:25:01 PST http://notesapp1.csulb.edu/StaffPersonnel/PSJobPost3.nsf/e964d2d9430143ae8825723c002781ef/291cdd5b374c98dc88257324004cf7ee?OpenDocument Under general supervision, the Microbeam Analysis Technician supports the educational and research activities of faculty and students undertaking studies associated with the Institute for Integrated Research in Materials, Environments, and Society (IIRMES). 23 JuL 2007 14:16:01 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/RAMineInv_072307.pdf Working collaboratively with the Nevada Division of Minerals and Bureau of Land Management, the Great Basin Institute is recruiting a team of Minerals Specialists to conduct an inventory of abandoned mines in Clark County, NV. A recent inventory identified 1,584 abandoned mine hazards in Clark County, of which 1,190 may pose hazards to the growing Clark County population. 23 Jul 2007 14:15:01 PST http://www.infomine.com/careers/jobs/listings/2.208565/mine.engineer.ii.aspx Responsible for administering and monitoring the Mining Technology. Ensures mining technical reports availability and accuracy. Manages and prioritizes mining work. Trains and mentors Engineer 1. Ensures mining reports are delivered as per deadlines 28 Jun 2007 09:30:01 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/isp_minerals_062807.pdf Provide geological, mining, production and other technical support for all aspects of quarry operations including exploration, acquisitions, permitting, erosion-control, pit design, base rock geology/quality, blasting, haulage, crushing and screening and aggregate product development.Develop, implement, manage and update both near and long-term comprehensive mine plans covering development, operation, environmental and reclamation elements for each of the four operating quarries located at ISP's roofing granule manufacturing facilities. 28 Jun 2007 09:30:02 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/newwestgold_062807.pdf NewWest Gold USA Inc. is looking for a GIS geologist to help with map preparation and data management. The position is located in NewWest's Reno, NV exploration headquarters. 28 Jun 2007 09:30:03 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/consolidated_spire_ventures_062807.pdf Consolidated Spire Ventures Ltd. of Vancouver, Canada is looking to hire two junior and two Senior Geologists to join our exploration team in southern British Columbia. We require the senior exploration geologists to have at least 10 or more years of field experience, particularly as it relates to epithermal precious metal deposits. This job position is expected to last until late November and is open to individuals or consultants. 04 Jun 2007 15:00:03 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/aqui-ver_062007.pdf AQUI-VER, INC. (AVI) is looking for individuals to join a scientific problem solving team that provides high-end technical solutions for a variety of groundwater and related issues. AVI specializes in quantitative analysis of hydrogeologic and environmental problems, design of cleanup systems, contaminant transport evaluations, environmental risk quantification, and other related services. We are recognized experts in our core science areas and maintain strict adherence to quality work and science ethics. This team has developed cutting edge solutions used by the American Petroleum Institute, major oil and chemical companies, regulatory agencies, developers, and others... 04 Jun 2007 15:00:03 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/neurocrine_lab_assitant_062007.pdf Responsibilities: You will be involved in a range of research and general laboratory support efforts, primarily in the areas of molecular and cell biology. Responsibilities will include DNA sequencing, plasmid preparations, building DNA constructs, protein assays, gel electrophoresis, activity assays, and bacterial and mammalian cell cultures in support of ongoing research efforts. In addition, you will provide general laboratory support including preparation of buffers and reagents, stocking supplies, and ordering... 04 Jun 2007 15:00:03 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/sdsc_database_prog_062007.pdf Job Description/Duties Job duties involve working with the database administrator/developer within the GEON project at the San Diego Supercomputer Center and run scripts for loading and indexing humongous amount of data (multi terabytes) on to parallel databases. Help with creating workflows to ensure smooth loading of data for the future. Skills required for the job are SQL query writing, Database Administration, ability to work on linux platform, understanding of DB2, MySQL, Postgres... 04 Jun 2007 15:00:03 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/sdsc_java_developer_062007.pdf Job duties involve working with the portal usability group within the GEON project at the San Diego Supercomputer Center and implementing a list of suggestions to improve existing functionalities. Work involves developing new and modifying existing code to suit the UI requirements. Skills required for the job are Java, SQL query writing, J2EE web development... 04 Jun 2007 15:00:03 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/usf_geology_062007.pdf The Department of Geology at the University of South Florida seeks a technician for a new geochemical analytical facility, which will include ICP-MS and IRMS instrumentation. The successful candidate should have expertise in both plasmaand gas-source mass spectrometry and will be responsible for the maintenance of both instruments and support equipment. Additional duties include day-to-day oversight of the laboratory equipment, the supervision of researchers, students and visitors working in the laboratory and the development, refinement and application of new analytical methodology... 04 Jun 2007 15:00:03 PST http://www.sci.sdsu.edu/cos/downloads/jobs/western_mesquite_mines_062007.pdf Western Mesquite Mines, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Western Goldfields, Inc. of Toronto, Canada, has an immediate opening for a junior or entry level mine geologist at its Mesquite gold mine located in Imperial Co., CA (just east of the town of Glamis on CA Hwy. 78). This position will report to the Chief Geologist and duties will include ore control determination utilizing Vulcan mining software, geologic pit mapping and sampling, cross section compilation and interpretation, performing sampling studies and supporting mine operations as needed. The job requires an undergraduate degree in geology and experience with the Microsoft Office suite of programs...