Patrick Q.
About Patrick Q.
Patrick Q. serves as the Lead Project Geologist at Ruby Hill for i-80 Gold Corp, a position he has held since 2021. He has a strong academic background in geology and has accumulated extensive professional experience in various geological roles over the years.
Current Role at i-80 Gold Corp
Patrick Q. serves as the Lead Project Geologist at i-80 Gold Corp, specifically at the Ruby Hill site in Eureka, Nevada. He has held this position since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing geological projects and ensuring the effective implementation of exploration and development strategies.
Previous Experience in Geology
Prior to his current role, Patrick worked as a Consulting Geologist at Agnico Eagle Mines Limited from 2017 to 2021 in the Reno, Nevada area. His experience also includes a position as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Nevada Reno from 2014 to 2017, where he contributed to various geological research projects.
Educational Background in Geology
Patrick Q. has a strong educational foundation in geology. He earned a Master's degree in Economic Geology from the University of Nevada-Reno, completing his studies from 2014 to 2017. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Geological Science with a minor in Chemistry from the University of Minnesota-Duluth, where he studied from 2011 to 2014. Additionally, he achieved an Associate's degree with High Honors from Lake Superior College from 2009 to 2011.
Early Career Experience
Patrick began his career as a Student Worker/Paraprofessional at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency from 2013 to 2014. This role provided him with early exposure to environmental geology and regulatory processes, contributing to his overall professional development in the field.