Claire Leighton

Claire Leighton has a diverse work experience in the field of geology. Claire currently works as an Exploration Scientist at New Gold Inc. since June 2022. Prior to this, they had a role as a Virtual Geologist at MineralsEd starting from October 2020. In 2020, Claire also worked as a Mine Exploration Geologist at Harte Gold Corp., where they were responsible for core logging, drill planning, assay management, among other tasks. Before that, they worked as an Exploration Geologist at Galore Creek Mining Corporation in 2019.

Claire's academic experience includes being a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Queen's University from March 2017 to July 2019. Claire also gained experience as an Assistant Field Geologist at Newmont Mining Corporation in 2018. As a Subsurface Operations Intern at Mighty River Power/ Mercury Energy, Claire managed geological and drilling data. Claire also worked as a Teaching Assistant at The University of Auckland during undergraduate labs and as a Summer Research Assistant.

Overall, Claire Leighton's work experience showcases their expertise in geology, with a focus on exploration, mine geology, and science outreach.

Claire Leighton completed their Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Geology/Earth Science, General from The University of Auckland between 2013 and 2015. Following that, they pursued a BSc(hons) degree in Geology from the same institution, which they completed in 2016. From 2017 to 2019, Claire enrolled in Queen's University and obtained their Master of Science (MSc) degree in Geology/Earth Science, General.