Junior Mineralogist
Core
Perform routine mineralogical analyses and laboratory activities under supervision to support client requirements in mineral identification and data interpretation.
Role type
Junior IC mineralogist (laboratory analyst)
Builds
Analytical reports and data summaries for mining and processing clients
Domain
Mining and mineral processing
Required skills
mineral identification, XRD, SEM-EDS, optical microscopy, automated mineralogy, data analysis, data integrity, instrument setup, carbon coating
Preferred skills
competency development, technical training, software proficiency
Responsibilities
Provide sample instructions and verify samples for analysis, perform routine XRD/SEM-EDS/optical microscopy/automated mineralogy analyses, conduct basic performance checks and troubleshooting on instruments, process analytical data, assist in mineralogical interpretation and report writing, assist with instrument setup and carbon coating, participate in quality control and proficiency testing, maintain laboratory records and traceability, complete competency development plans.
Seniority
Junior, supervised IC