Senior Geoscientist

5 days ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Government of Nova Scotia Full time

About the Role

The Government of Nova Scotia seeks a highly skilled Senior Geoscientist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting field-based research and assessments to identify and quantify economically viable mineral deposits in the province.

You will work closely with our operational groups, providing subject matter expertise and leadership guidance to staff, students, and stakeholders. This position requires a high degree of scientific skill and judgement in planning and carrying out scientific research projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Designing, executing, and managing high-level geoscience research projects as Lead throughout Nova Scotia.
  • Collecting and interpreting detailed, timely, high-quality geoscience data.
  • MAPPING, CORE LOGGING, PETROGRAPHIC EXAMINATION, LITHOGENEOMIC AND MICRO-ANALYTICAL EXAMINATION OF METALLIC MINERAL DEPOSITS.
  • Integrating data to construct metallogenic models to assess mineral potential of the province at both local and regional scales and develop robust economic models.
  • Publishing high-quality, timely and relevant geoscience products with an emphasis on scientific/technical publications.
  • Supervising students and project collaborators during field programs and project activities.

Requirements and Qualifications

This role requires a Master's degree in Earth Science or Geoscience, with emphasis on metallic mineral deposits, economic geology, geochemistry, petrology, and structural geology plus 6 years of related experience; or a PhD plus 4 years of related experience; plus 2 years of related experience. Candidates must possess superior knowledge and experience in field studies and metallic mineral deposits/economic geology.

Candidates should also have a valid Class 5 driver's license and be registered with Geoscientists Nova Scotia or be immediately eligible for registration.

Working Conditions

This is an office and field-based position with extended periods of field work during the summer operational window (May-September), with occasional opportunities for travel to meetings or conferences. In-province travel to project areas or sites will be required.

Benefits and Salary

We offer a competitive salary range of $93,000 - $118,000 bi-weekly, commensurate with experience, plus benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.

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