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Newmont

Global gold and copper mining operator

Principal Geoscientist Global Exploration Opportunities

Environmental SciencesUpdated on Nov 9
Full-timeDenver, CO, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A postgraduate qualification (MSc or PhD) in Geology, Geoscience, or a related Earth Science discipline is preferred.
  • Be a recognized global expert in the application and development of geophysical and geological frameworks, mineral systems analysis, and exploration targeting methodologies.
  • Have 15 or more years of progressive global mineral exploration experience, including demonstrated leadership in identifying, evaluating, and advancing exploration opportunities across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Have a proven track record working within gold and gold-rich copper systems, supporting discoveries, project advancement, technical evaluations, and investment decisions.
  • Have extensive experience conducting technical due diligence for acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures, and earn-in opportunities.
  • Have a deep understanding of the full mineral resource development lifecycle, from grassroots exploration through resource definition and production.
  • Have advanced expertise integrating geological, geophysical, geochemical, remote sensing, and spatial datasets into robust exploration models.
  • Have strong proficiency with 3D geological modeling, targeting workflows, volumetric analysis, and estimation tools such as Leapfrog Edge.
  • Demonstrate the ability to evaluate geological, technical, commercial, jurisdictional, and ESG risks within exploration opportunities.
  • Have strong knowledge of global exploration governance, public disclosure standards, mineral reporting codes (JORC and NI 43-101), and industry best practices.
  • Have established credibility and a professional reputation within the global exploration and mining industry.
  • Have communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience presenting complex technical concepts to executive and non-technical audiences.
  • Have experience operating successfully across diverse cultural, regulatory, and geopolitical environments.
  • English fluency is required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide expertise on the systematic screening, ranking, and technical evaluation of global early-stage exploration opportunities, focusing on high-quality gold and gold-rich copper systems.
  • Drive continuous improvement of frameworks, key performance indicators, ranking tools, and success criteria used to prioritize the organic and inorganic opportunity pipeline.
  • Develop and apply advanced mineral systems frameworks and prospectivity models by integrating multidisciplinary datasets and constructing 3D geological models to support target generation, volumetric analysis, and range-of-value estimation.
  • Lead technical due diligence and evaluation of external opportunities, including acquisitions, joint ventures, and earn-in agreements.
  • Maintain a current global view of top-ranked gold and gold-rich copper assets and emerging districts, and monitor industry trends and competitor activity to recommend adjustments to opportunity focus.
  • Complete desktop and field reviews of target areas, properties, and projects, providing senior technical judgment in collaboration with peers across Greenfields, Global Exploration Opportunities, Projects, and Corporate Development.
  • Conduct peer reviews and provide recommendations to the Director of Global Exploration Opportunities regarding evaluations prepared by Specialists and Geologists.
  • Establish and maintain external relationships with junior exploration companies, major mining peers, government agencies, and research institutions to access proprietary opportunities and enhance early-stage deal flow.
  • Ensure comprehensive project evaluations assess above-ground risk factors through collaboration with Sustainability and External Relations stakeholders.
  • Prepare and present investment-quality reports and presentations to communicate exploration opportunities at budget workshops, leadership forums, and partner meetings.
  • Provide coaching, mentoring, and technical guidance to geoscientists, fostering collaboration and capability development across globally distributed and cross-functional teams.
  • Work closely with geographically dispersed technical and business teams while providing strategic support for organic and inorganic growth opportunities.
  • Travel domestically and internationally.

Desired Qualifications

  • Additional languages are considered an asset.

About the Company

Newmont

Global gold and copper mining operator

Newmont is a global mining company that extracts and processes gold and copper, with silver and other metals also produced. It discovers, develops, and operates mines, then processes and sells the metals, while integrating environmental and social planning to gain approvals and maintain social acceptance. It differentiates itself through its large global scale, diversified metal portfolio including the Newcrest acquisition, and a strong focus on sustainable practices and stakeholder engagement. Its goal is to grow its metal assets responsibly while ensuring safety, environmental stewardship, and a social license to operate across its worldwide operations.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Denver, CO
Founded
1916

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