With degrees in chemistry and mining engineering from the Universities of Kent (U.K.) and Alberta, Tim Joseph is currently director of the Alberta Equipment–Ground Interactions Syndicate (AEGIS) at the University of Alberta where he focuses on adverse mining equipment performance, particularly in oil sand operations. He actively consults through JPi Geo-Industry Engineering Consultants, supporting the mining industry and its OEMs.

Joseph’s career highlights include development of the JPi double-curved oil sand dipper, real time TKPH analysis, and his latest, the "loadperfect" truck-shovel communication system. His truck, tire and shovel performance evaluation techniques are the backbone of a series of industry short courses delivered worldwide to hundreds of mining professionals.

In more than 20 years as a CIM member, Joseph has held numerous volunteer roles within the societies, branches, Council, and as the technical and general chair of several national and regional CIM conferences.

Joseph has received numerous awards and citations, including the SMART Distinguished Service Award, University of Alberta Teaching Awards, APEGGA Gold Medal, CIM Fellowship, and the CIM Past Presidents' Medal.