Data Scientist - Staff or Senior
Core
Build predictive models and apply scientific computing, statistical, and physics-based methods to predict ore-grade mineralization locations and guide exploration decisions.
Role type
Staff/Senior Data Scientist (Geoscience & Mineral Exploration)
Builds
Proprietary software exploration tools, 2D/3D geologic predictions, and worldwide datasets for critical battery metals.
Domain
Mineral exploration, geoscience, and battery metals (nickel, copper, cobalt, lithium)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Python, predictive modeling, applied statistics, Bayesian inference, machine learning algorithms, geospatial analysis, software engineering (Git, CI/CD, unit testing), cloud computing, data curation, visualization
Preferred skills
Geostatistics, image processing, computer vision, distributed computing, geophysical inversions
Technologies
Python, Git, Cloud platforms
Responsibilities
Develop and curate geophysical, geochemical, geologic, and geographic data; build models to predict compositional anomalies; create visualizations for model evaluation; design field programs to reduce prediction uncertainty; collaborate with geoscientists to incorporate chemical and physical process understanding; present to external partners.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership potential