Derick Unger
About Derick Unger
Derick Unger VP Exploration
Derick Unger currently holds the position of Vice President of Exploration. In this role, he applies his extensive expertise in geology to spearhead exploration efforts and uncover valuable mineral deposits. Unger has a long-standing career in the industry, having held progressively senior roles with several notable mining companies.
Derick Unger Education and Expertise
Derick Unger holds a Master of Science degree in geology from Auburn University and a Bachelor of Science degree in geology from Indiana State University. These academic credentials underpin his deep knowledge of geological principles and practices, enabling him to excel in various exploration and resource estimation roles throughout his career.
Derick Unger Background
Derick Unger's career encompasses a range of critical roles in the mining sector. He previously served as Chief Geologist for NuLegacy Gold Corporation, leading the exploration team at the Red Hill project in Nevada. His tenure includes significant contributions at Nyrstar, Newmont, and Victoria Gold, where he held progressively senior roles that honed his skills in geological exploration and resource estimation.
Derick Unger Achievements
Throughout his career, Derick Unger has achieved several noteworthy discoveries. At NuLegacy Gold Corporation, he played a key role in the discovery of the Serena zone and identified the Vio zone. While at Newmont, he contributed to the discovery of the East veins at the Midas Mine, Nevada. Additionally, he was instrumental in identifying the high-grade Helen zone at the Cove Project while with Victoria Gold. Most recently, he served as a Resource Geologist at Mine Development Associates in Reno, Nevada.