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NIOSH Mining Employment Opportunities
Keywords: Health and safety programs Mining engineering National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
NIOSH researcher in virtual reality laboratoryThe National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Mining Program recruits to fill a diverse range of research and operational positions on an ongoing basis.
Most of these positions are within the NIOSH Mining research centers in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and Spokane, Washington. We solicit candidates in all mining-applicable disciplines, including chemistry, physics, social sciences, and engineering (mining, chemical, mechanical, electrical, and biomechanical). We also solicit operational candidates in administration, communication, and information technology.

Employment opportunities through USAJOBS
We seek employees through postings on USAJOBS (www.usajobs.gov) and several other venues. Our currently active USAJOBS positions are listed below and you can be alerted to our future openings by creating a USAJOBS saved search containing the text "NIOSH Mining". Even if we do not have a USAJOBS posting that matches your qualifications, we are still interested in talking with you to discuss upcoming opportunities that may provide a good fit with your credentials.
NIOSH researcher using jumbo drill to measure noise emissions in hemi-anechoic chamberFellowship opportunities
NIOSH also has a special hiring program for Associate and Senior Research Fellows. This program provides opportunities for candidates with advanced degrees in scientific areas and hires experts from around the world.
Advantages of working for the NIOSH Mining Program
We offer excellent work and research facilities, a competitive salary and benefits package, and the opportunity to improve safety and health for mine workers.
For more information on job openings, contact: Sue Minoski at 412-386-6867, orMiningJobs@cdc.gov.
NIOSH researchers using prototype through-the-earth communication system in a coal mineWhat types of positions we hire
The NIOSH Mining Program hires a variety of positions at various times. Some of these positions include:
Mining engineers
Mechanical engineers
Visual information specialists
Statisticians
Computer engineers
Health communication specialists
Electronics and mechanical technicians
Physical scientists
Research managers and executive leadersCurrent openings

Check USAJobs.gov often for upcoming listings.
See Also
Douglas Johns, M.S., Ph.D., Selected as New Director of Spokane Mining Research Division
NIOSH Welcomes its New Associate Director for Mining
Page last reviewed: June 27, 2023
Page last updated: February 13, 2024
Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Mining Program
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