Geochemist Lead, Mining & Biogeochemistry (Remote)

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Boise (ID); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

401(k) & ESOP

Professional Development and Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

Job summary

RESPEC is seeking an experienced Geochemist to provide technical leadership within our mining geochemistry and biogeochemistry practice. Open to candidates in the United States and Canada with flexible options to work remotely or from RESPEC offices.

Periodic travel may be required to support client engagements and field activities. You will lead geochemical characterization, predictive modeling, and biogeochemical treatment projects while mentoring staff and collaborating across

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Geochemistry, Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in mining geochemistry or environmental consulting.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing technical consulting projects.
• Excellent technical writing, verbal, and presentation abilities.
• Client management and business development track record.
• Professional Geologist (PG/P.Geo) registration or ability to obtain.
• Experience conducting or overseeing predictive geochemical and hydrogeochemical modeling studies.
• Proven ability to lead complex technical projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong client relationship and business development skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead geochemical characterization programs for mining projects.
• Direct laboratory and field investigations related to mine waste, mine water, and biogeochemical processes.
• Interpret geochemical, environmental, hydrogeological, and biogeochemical datasets.
• Conduct and oversee predictive geochemical and hydrogeochemical modeling studies.
• Lead laboratory testing programs and data interpretation.
• Review analyses and deliverables from junior staff.
• Prepare technical reports and client deliverables.
• Ensure technical quality across projects.
• Mentor geochemists and support staff.
• Support business development and client engagement.

Skills

Geochemistry

Project leadership

Client management

Technical writing

Modeling

Education

MS in Geochemistry or related field

Tools

PHREEQC

Geochemist's Workbench

MIN3P

GoldSim

Python

R

SQL

Job description

RESPEC is seeking an experienced Geochemist to provide technical leadership within our mining geochemistry and biogeochemistry practice. Open to candidates in the United States and Canada with flexible options to work remotely or from RESPEC offices.

Periodic travel may be required to support client engagements and field activities. You will lead geochemical characterization, predictive modeling, and biogeochemical treatment projects while mentoring staff and collaborating across