Specialist Exploration Geochemist
Apply NowCompany: Newmont Corporation
Location: Denver, CO 80219
Description:
Job Location: Malozemoff Tech Facility
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Recruiter Name: Wendy Van Der Maas Job Grade: Level 2 Employee Referral Amount: United States Dollar
Posting End Date: 5/09/2025
Your Impact
As a Specialist Geochemist, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping Newmont's global exploration strategy. Your expertise in geochemical data interpretation will help uncover new resource opportunities and support smarter, more sustainable mineral exploration across diverse geological settings.
As Part of Our Team, You Will
Prerequisites for Your Success in This Role
Your Work Environment
This role is a hybrid role based in our Denver office and involves regular travel to exploration properties and mine sites globally. You'll work in a highly collaborative, cross-functional technical environment where innovation and scientific excellence are valued.
Why Join Newmont?
Be part of a global leader in responsible resource discovery.
Apply your geochemical expertise to high-impact, real-world exploration challenges.
Collaborate with world-class scientists and industry partners.
Enjoy career growth and international exposure in a purpose-driven company.
Help advance the future of mining through data-driven, sustainable exploration.
We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!
The salary range offered for this role is USD $110,160 - 144,585. The salary range is tied to the Colorado market for jobs performed in Colorado. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and/or experience. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate's salary history at other jobs, and by law, Newmont will not seek information about salary history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont.
This role will be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company's performance and their own individual performance.
Newmont offers a competitive and inclusive benefits package to support physical, mental, financial and emotional wellbeing. This role will be eligible for the following benefits: Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; short and long-term disability; defined benefit pension; 401(k) program with company match; financial planning; employee assistance program (EAP); wellbeing reimbursement program; adoption assistance; tuition reimbursement; paid holidays and paid time off; paid family leave; matching gifts; and discounts on home, auto and pet insurance. All bonuses and benefits are subject to the applicable eligibility and program/plan terms and may be modified or terminated at Newmont's sole discretion.
When submitting your resume or CV or any other application materials (including school transcripts, proof of graduation, etc.) to Newmont, it's important to focus on your relevant skills, experience, and qualifications to show how well you fit the role. Pursuant to Colorado law, you may choose to remove or redact any age-identifying information (for example, age, date of birth, dates of school attendance, dates of school graduation, etc.). You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Newmont is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not make hiring decisions based on age or any other protected characteristics (e.g., gender, sexual orientation, disability, race, national origin, religion).
Please note that if you are offered a position, the company may need to verify your date of birth for preemployment screening purposes including background check and prohibited party screening. But age-related information is not required for the application process.
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Recruiter Name: Wendy Van Der Maas Job Grade: Level 2 Employee Referral Amount: United States Dollar
Posting End Date: 5/09/2025
Your Impact
As a Specialist Geochemist, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping Newmont's global exploration strategy. Your expertise in geochemical data interpretation will help uncover new resource opportunities and support smarter, more sustainable mineral exploration across diverse geological settings.
As Part of Our Team, You Will
- Design and implement geochemical surveys for greenfields and brownfields exploration.
- Analyze and integrate geochemical, geological, and geophysical data for target generation.
- Recommend appropriate and innovative sampling and analysis methodologies to improve exploration outcomes.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external partners to drive project success.
- Conduct due diligence for potential acquisitions and strategic partnerships.
- Develop maps, models, and technical presentations for exploration findings.
- Facilitate training to promote the latest and most robust geochemical techniques and field safety practices.
Prerequisites for Your Success in This Role
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in Geology or Geochemistry
- Strong experience in mineral exploration, especially with gold and base metals
- Advanced proficiency with geochemical data interpretation and software tools
- Ability to work with large datasets to generate actionable insights
- Familiarity with resource development workflows and public company reporting standards
- Effective communicator with technical and non-technical audiences
- Professional registration (e.g., PGeo) or eligibility preferred
- Additional language skills (French, Spanish, Dutch) are a plus
Your Work Environment
This role is a hybrid role based in our Denver office and involves regular travel to exploration properties and mine sites globally. You'll work in a highly collaborative, cross-functional technical environment where innovation and scientific excellence are valued.
Why Join Newmont?
Be part of a global leader in responsible resource discovery.
Apply your geochemical expertise to high-impact, real-world exploration challenges.
Collaborate with world-class scientists and industry partners.
Enjoy career growth and international exposure in a purpose-driven company.
Help advance the future of mining through data-driven, sustainable exploration.
We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!
The salary range offered for this role is USD $110,160 - 144,585. The salary range is tied to the Colorado market for jobs performed in Colorado. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and/or experience. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate's salary history at other jobs, and by law, Newmont will not seek information about salary history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont.
This role will be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company's performance and their own individual performance.
Newmont offers a competitive and inclusive benefits package to support physical, mental, financial and emotional wellbeing. This role will be eligible for the following benefits: Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; short and long-term disability; defined benefit pension; 401(k) program with company match; financial planning; employee assistance program (EAP); wellbeing reimbursement program; adoption assistance; tuition reimbursement; paid holidays and paid time off; paid family leave; matching gifts; and discounts on home, auto and pet insurance. All bonuses and benefits are subject to the applicable eligibility and program/plan terms and may be modified or terminated at Newmont's sole discretion.
When submitting your resume or CV or any other application materials (including school transcripts, proof of graduation, etc.) to Newmont, it's important to focus on your relevant skills, experience, and qualifications to show how well you fit the role. Pursuant to Colorado law, you may choose to remove or redact any age-identifying information (for example, age, date of birth, dates of school attendance, dates of school graduation, etc.). You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Newmont is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not make hiring decisions based on age or any other protected characteristics (e.g., gender, sexual orientation, disability, race, national origin, religion).
Please note that if you are offered a position, the company may need to verify your date of birth for preemployment screening purposes including background check and prohibited party screening. But age-related information is not required for the application process.