Geological Data Scientist I

Job Title

Important Tasks / Activities / Outcomes

Data Management & Analysis

·        Process and analyse geological data using statistical and machine learning techniques.

·        Develop and maintain databases to store and manage geological data.

GIS and Spatial Analysis

·        Utilize GIS software to create maps and visualize geological data.

·        Perform spatial analysis to identify trends and patterns in geological data.

Software Development

·        Design and implement software tools to support various aspects of the company’s operations.

·        Collaborate with IT and technical teams to ensure software solutions align with business objectives.

Collaboration & Reporting

·        Work closely with geologists, engineers and other stakeholders to integrate data findings and software solutions.

·        Prepare detailed reports and presentations for internal and external audiences.

Requirements

Required

Education

·        Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geology, Geophysics, Data Science, Computing Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

·        3-5 years of experience in geology, geological data science, or geophysics, with demonstrated expertise in handling large geological datasets.

Designations & Certifications

·        GIT, P.Geo or equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

·        Familiarity with mining software (e.g., Leapfrog, Vulcan).

·        Strong foundation in geology, including mineralogy and structural geology.

·        Proficiency in GIS (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) for spatial analysis.

·        Expertise in data science, including statistical analysis and machine learning.

·        Skilled in programming languages such as Python, R, and SQL, with experience in developing data-driven tools.

·        Familiarity with mining and exploration software like Leapfrog or Vulcan.

·        Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

·       Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and communicate technical concepts clearly.