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Senior Scientist / Engineer (Data & Image analyst)

Mintek

Randburg

On-site

ZAR 200,000 - 300,000

Full time

Yesterday
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Job summary

A leading company in the minerals sector is seeking a Senior Scientist/Engineer specialized in data and image analysis. This role involves leading projects that combine technical expertise with stakeholder interactions, primarily focusing on mining and metallurgical research. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analysis, coding experience, and a passion for developing innovative solutions to meet client needs.

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years experience in data/image analysis applications.
  • Experience coding/modelling with mineralogical/chemical data.
  • Ability to draft proposals and manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute projects involving software development and stakeholder interactions.
  • Develop protocols for specialized imaging equipment operation.
  • Produce advanced reports, publications and ensure compliance with internal requirements.

Skills

Coding
Data Analysis
Client Relationship Management
Multi-tasking
Attention to Detail
Communication

Education

MSc / MEng in Data Science
MSc / MEng in Computer Science
MSc / MEng in Engineering (Electronic / Electrical)

Tools

Matlab
Python
R
Image J
VG StudioMax
Aviso

Job description

Job title : Senior Scientist / Engineer (Data & Image analyst)

Job Location : Gauteng, Randburg Deadline : August 02, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS :

  • Assist Head / Divisional manager to maintain and expand on project work from the mining / metallurgical industry andrelated research agencies, in line with Division’s current business plans, by providing competence and professionalexpertise, and interacting with clients, collaborators and potential partners.
  • Ascertain needs of clients and the industry and propose appropriate project work, both research and commercialoriented.
  • Lead and execute projects in which interactions with technical expertise and stakeholders (internal and external) arerequired at an advanced level. This will involve algorithm / software development to extract appropriate information,and modelling, simulation and interpretation of mineral behaviour in processing and other environments using,primarily, mineralogical inputs
  • Execute projects so as to meet the time scheduling agreed to with client / stakeholder, contain costs for the Divisionand deliver valid conclusions with technical efficiency and professionalism.
  • Comply with the internal administration requirements of Mintek and MNL with respect to labour and machine timecapture, business governance, professional reporting, project planning and management.
  • Develop protocols / workflows for optimal operation and performance of specialised imaging equipment
  • Ensure that QES procedures are followed and project work is executed to produce valid conclusions and withmaximum overall efficiency - technically and financially.
  • Ensure that the documentation of work and procedures is appropriately captured and produce advanced professionallevel reports, publications, conference contributions

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE :

  • 3- 5 years or more experience in the field of data and image (2D / 3D) analysis applications usingcommercial / open source platforms (e.g. Matlab, Python, R, Image J, VG StudioMax, Aviso, etc.).
  • Coding and / or modelling experience, preferably with mineralogical / metallurgical / chemical data
  • Drafting proposals to generate funding for project work
  • Client relationship management
  • The incumbent must be highly organised, able to multi-task and pay attention to detail, with excellentverbal and written communication skill.

QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Minimum : MSc / MEng in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering (Electronic / electrical) or equivalent
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