Geophysical Data Scientist

Based in western Canada, Ideon Technologies uses the energy from supernova explosions to image deep beneath the Earth’s surface. Using sub-atomic particles called muons to image deep beneath the Earth's surface, Ideon creates high-res multi-dimensional models that help geologists identify, map, and characterize mineral deposits and other geological features such as caves and voids. Learn more at ideon.ai!

The Role

We are seeking a Geophysical Data Scientist

who will advance analysis, modeling, and interpretation of geophysical data to advance Ideon’s subsurface imaging technology.

You will report to the Director, Geosciences and work in a collaborative environment with other customer geophysicists, field geophysicists, applied scientists, and software developers.

This is a technical role focused on enhancing data science workflows within geophysics. You will work on cross-functional projects that yield geophysical insights from multiple data sets coupled with advanced analytics and software to deliver subsurface insights to our customers in the mining sector.

You will make an impact and drive objectives forward by focusing on the following activities:

Priorities in the first few months will include:

Success in the role looks like:

Qualifications

Must-haves – You’ll need the following to move forward in the hiring process (and be successful in the role):

We also look for the following for all new Ideon team members:

Nice-to-haves – While it would be nice if you had some of the below, we’re happy to train, coach, and share our experience:

More Role Details

Location

: Ideon’s office is located at #150 - 4611 Viking Way in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada.

This is a hybrid role

. We love seeing our employees in the office 2–3 times a week depending on team needs; you’re welcome to work from home the remainder of the week or come into the office all 5 days if you prefer. Our “be an adult” approach means you have the flexibility to determine your in-office schedule while factoring in the positive impact of face-to-face connection and communicating with your leader and teammates.

During your first few months, it’s anticipated you’ll spend more time in the office to support role-specific onboarding and relationship building.

Hours of work

: 8 hrs/day, M-F. Typical working hours are 9AM-5PM-ish pacific time; some employees shift slightly earlier or later based on business and personal needs. As Ideon is a high technology company, you may be asked to be flexible with your hours due to business requirements.

Travel

: Minimal.

Field work

: Not required.

What We Offer

Salary

: The annual salary range for this role, in Canadian dollars, is

. Early equity option allocations upon hire plus the opportunity to earn performance-based option allocations annually are also highlights of our total rewards package.

Ideon’s salary ranges are determined by role and level and are benchmarked against the Vancouver, BC, Canada market. The range reflects the minimum and maximum new employee salary. It is atypical for a new employee to be hired at the top of the range; as experienced as someone may be they likely won’t have the directly related experience unique to working at Ideon. In exceptional circumstances, though, where a person has the knowledge, skills, and experience to exceed those needed for the position, we may consider compensating at the top of the range. In the application process you will be asked to provide your salary expectations.