Thin Section Technician, Title III Internship Program
Sul Ross State University

Job Title:

Thin Section Technician, Title III Internship Program

Location:

Alpine

Department:

Title III Lobotrack

Job No.:

G99425

Posting Date:

11/11/2024

Until Filled:

Yes

Appointment Date:

12/01/2024

Salary:

$15.63/hour 19 hours(or less) per week Monday-Friday

Required:

Required
·Working toward a B.S. in geology with interest in petrography and the production of rock thin section.·Experience in identification of rocks and minerals in both hand sample and thin section.·Must have taken and passed Optical Mineralogy lecture and lab classes.·No related work experience required.·Must enjoy some physical labor and be organized.

Preferred:

Preferred
·Interested in petrology, geochemistry, hard-rock mining, petrographic research, or a related field.·Experience running mechanical equipment like saws.·Independent worker.

Staffing Reason:

Institutional

Primary Responsibilities:

Purpose of Job:
Production of rock thin sections using the equipment in WSB 116, the Geology program's "rock room". Intern will make thin sections from rocks provided by Geology faculty.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Use the saws, polishers, and thin section equipment in WSB 116 to cut rocks into slabs and billets; mount billets on glass slides; and grind billets to the required thickness for optical petrography
• Use optical petrography skills to ensure each produced thin section has achieved the right thickness.
• Maintain cleanliness of all equipment used in these processes
• Other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.

Supervision: Direct supervision from Dr. Jesse Kelsch for day to day instruction. Dr. Kelsch will also act as the Faculty Mentor within the STEM Internship Program.
STEM Internship Program:This position is part of the Title III STEM Lobotrack to Success (LTS) Supplemental Instructor Program. Along with the normal job duties, the student will learn from the faculty supervisor about the STEM workforce, different career pathways, research, and more. Students will gain knowledge, experience, and professional internship program (resume building, interview practices, etc.) For more questions regarding the Supplemental Instructor Program, reach out to Maya Vaughn (maya.vaughn@sulross.edu).

Other Information:

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

About SRSU:

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report

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A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432-837-8424 or emailing stulife@sulross.edu

Is Background Check Required?:

Yes

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