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Department of Mining and Materials Engineering

Faculty of Engineering

McGill University

Fall 2026 Course Lecturer Position

Deadline to Apply: June 15, 2026

MIME 425/525 - Applied Stochastic Orebody Modelling - This is a shared assignment as co-instructor with a McGill Professor to assist with 50% (approx. 19.5 hours) of this course.

Overview: Representing uncertainty in orebody models and shortcomings of conventional methods including reserve reporting and Mine planning. Stochastic spatial sequential simulation methods. Joint simulation of multiple correlated elements. Simulation material types. Introduction to geometallurgical modelling. Additional drilling, reserve classification, grade control and mine planning optimization. Risk quantification in life-of-mine production schedules. Course description:

https://www.mcgill.ca/study/2021-2022/courses/mime-425

https://www.mcgill.ca/study/2021-2022/courses/mime-525

Teaching Qualification Requirements:

Education:

PhD in mining preferred; Master's degree may be considered depending on research expertise in the related area

Experience:

Expertise in random field models and spatial simulation, as well as their application in mining, mining operations and mine planning. Experience in direct sequential simulation and min/max autocorrelation factors with mining applications, as well as multi-point geostatistics.

Other qualification requirements:

Specialization in geostatistical simulations in mining; theoretical and practical knowledge. Experience with SGEMS and software. Eligibility for professional registration as a member of a Canadian professional association.

Salary: $5,912 for 50% of the course

Course runs from August 31, 2026 to December 4, 2026

Please note that courses will be taught in person. Training and assistance is available through Teaching and Learning Services (TLS).

Immigration Stipulation (Obligatory for non-Canadian candidates without permanent residency who will reside in Canada only): In accordance with Canadian and Quebec law, the present offer is conditional upon your obtaining the appropriate work authorization from any or all of the following as applicable: Citizenship & Immigration Canada, Immigration Quebec and Employment & Social Development Canada (ESDC).

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

Hiring Unit:

Mining and Materials Engineering

Course Title:

Stochastic Orebody Modelling

Subject Code:

MIME 425

Location:

Adams 126

Schedule:

M 02:35 pm - 05:25 pm

Deadline to Apply:

2026-06-15

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