Geoscientists Specific Skills

Conduct theoretical and applied research to extend knowledge of surface and subsurface features of the earth; Plan, direct and participate in geological, geochemical and geophysical field studies, drilling and geological testing programs; Plan, direct and participate in analyses of geological, geochemical and geophysical survey data, well logs and other test results, maps, notes and cross sections; Develop models and applied software for the analysis and interpretation of data; Plan and conduct analytical studies of core samples, drill cuttings and rock samples to identify chemical, mineral, hydrocarbon and biological composition

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Judgement; Reliability; Organized

Type of Resources Precious metal; Base metals

Ability to Supervise 1 to 2 people

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Ability to distinguish between colours; Sitting; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Tight deadlines

Work Site Environment Outdoors; In/on water; At heights

Own Tools/Equipment Safety equipment/gear

Security and Safety

Confidential security clearance; Basic security clearance

Physiographic Environment Experience Shield

Work Setting School or educational institution/establishment

Computer Experience

MS Access; MS Excel; MS PowerPoint; MS Word; Modelling and simulation; Data manipulation and analysis; Mapping and data visualization software; MS Outlook

Business Equipment and Computer Applications ArcGIS

Area of Work Experience

Statistical analysis; Resource exploitation and development; Resource exploration; Instrumentation; Industrial research and development; Applied non-industrial research; Basic, theoretical or fundamental research

Geophysics Specialization Minerals; Earth physics

Geology Specialization

Subsurface geological mapping; Mineral deposits or mining; Mineralogy or applied mineralogy; Metallogenic analysis; Geochronology

Geochemistry Specialization

Rock and source analysis; Mineral geochemistry; Isotope geochemistry; Geochemical data interpretation; Geochemical data processing; Field sampling and preparation; Analytical geochemistry; Age determination

Field Work Location Experience On land

Experience 5 years or more

Education Earned doctorate degreeor equivalent experience

Languages English