Geraldine Paula Babirye
Entebbe,9
Summary
Dedicated Geophysicist with immense knowledge of various geophysics applications. Flexible and adaptable with commitment to continual learning. Stays abreast of recent technologies and advancements in field of geophysics. Excellent written and spoken communication skills. Highly experienced in preparing interpretations and maps. Hardworking and ambitious.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Geophysicist
Directorate of Geological Survey and Mines
Entebbe, Central
11.2012 - Current
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Field deployment of various geophysical survey equipment within different field locations.
- Collecting, analyzing and interpreting geophysical, seismological and geological data within a GIS environment for mineral exploration.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Presented findings to colleagues and clients and published test results and conclusions in scientific journals.
- Leveraged GIS software for accurate geological and geophysical gathering plus modeling.
- Put together accurate and timely reports to comply with government protocols and requirements.
Geophysical Technician
Directorate of Geological Survey and Mines
Entebbe, Central
07.2002 - 12.2011
- Used field measuring instruments to measure geophysical conditions beneath the surface and to assess geological characteristics of prospective and existing mining sites.
- Gathered geophysical data from potential geothermal sites.
- Entered field data from all the field attachments into the division database using various software such as Geosoft, ArcGIS.
- Conducted quality control evaluations of field data to check integrity of information collected.
- Studied and read reports to compile information and data for geological and geophysical prospecting.
- Prepared and reviewed professional and technical reports regarding sampling, testing or recommendations of data analysis.
- Supported geophysicists during field excursions with diverse requirements.
Education
Master of Science - Applied Earth Sciences
University of Twente
Enschede, Netherlands03.2010
Post Graduate Diploma - Seismology
International Institute of Seismology AndEarthquake Engineering
Tsukuba, Japan07.2003
Ordinary Diploma - Science Technology (Physics
Kyambogo University
Kampala, Uganda06.2001
Skills
- Geophysical field monitoring
- Seismic data processing and interpretation
- Geophysical data processing
- Survey methods determination
- Mastery of Geosoft and various GIS software
- Team management
- Planning & organizing
Accomplishments
- Completing all tasks and assignments with in the required time.
- Participating in and attending professional meetings and workshops, increasing both my visibility and that of the Department within the industry.
- Serving on the IT team of the Department which involved maintenance and trouble shooting of both soft and hardware, training of staff members on best practices and new application software that helped cut costs for the Department.
- Mentoring and training University students (interns) on how to handle seismological plus Geophysical machinery and data within the department, freeing up team members to focus on new developments.
Timeline
Geophysicist
Directorate of Geological Survey and Mines
11.2012 - Current
Geophysical Technician
Directorate of Geological Survey and Mines
07.2002 - 12.2011
Master of Science - Applied Earth Sciences
University of Twente
Post Graduate Diploma - Seismology
International Institute of Seismology AndEarthquake Engineering
Ordinary Diploma - Science Technology (Physics
Kyambogo University
References
Kato Vincent Assistant Commissioner, Geochemistry, Directorate of Geological Survey and Mines Plot 21-29 Johnstone Road, P. O. Box 9 Entebbe, Uganda Tel: +256 774 709197 Email:kato_vicent@hotmail.com
Katumwehe Andrew Assistant Professor, Midwestern State University Kimbell School of GeoSciences, 5035 Edge Cliff Dr. Wichita Falls, Texas Tel: +1 405 588 2397 Email: andrew.katumwehe@msutexas.edu
Joshua T. Tuhumwire Director, M/S Gondwana Geoscience Consulting Ltd Plot 9 Hill Road, P. O. Box 263 Entebbe, Uganda Tel: +256 414 320730, +256 772 586732 Email: joshua.tuhumwire@gmail.com
Interests
Volunteering to work with less privileged persons within society especially children.
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