Saudi Arabia
M.Sc Geologist - 1 year experience as project geologist in Saudi Arabia exploring or Ni-Cu-(Co)-PGE depposits (greenfield and regional target generation). During my studies I specialized in economic geology and geochemistry with my B.Sc. thesis focusing on a REE carbonatite in Namibia and my M.Sc. thesis on ultramafic-hosted Ni-Cu-Co deposit in Finland.
- Early stage Ni-Cu-PGE drill program - Target generation for Ni-Cu prospects in the Arabian shield
- Early stage Ni-Cu-PGE drill program
My work mostly consisted of laboratory work and sample preparation. I obtained experience in cutting hand samples and drill cores down to the right size for thin sections. Additionally I prepared sample powder for RFA analysis. Using a microscope I picked fresh volcanic glass, sulphides and sulphates for isotope analysis.
My work at this position included a variety of activities. I assisted in building an educational course on Sustainable Resource Use in collaboration with professors from four universities (in Scotland, Uganda, Eswatini and Germany) and the Sustainable Futures in Africa Organization. The course is aims at teaching students of the four universities about the extraction of critical metals, water resources and land use in the four countries. Special emphasis is also put on the communication and with local communities. I provided content and created educational units on critical minerals, water and land use. The international and interdisciplinary collaboration on this course resulted in a holistic approach on resources and humanities' relationship with them. Further work included the preparation of lectures and providing adequate imagery for microscopy courses with a focus on tectonics. For this I analyzed numerous thin sections and recorded prime examples for several structural features. As preparation of Mapping field trips at our university I assisted in creating a field guide to mapping aiding students to create a proper geological map, cross sections and the identification of structural features in the field.
During this position I worked for the TERSANE research project. My task was to feed their database with data from different coral species reported in scientific papers. I also build a website for the research group, presenting their work and members. Additionally, I wrote blog posts on various topics in climate reseach.
My responsibilities in the Procurement division at Siemens Mobility include: Forecasting demand for our purchasing parts required for our locomotives, taking into account the production schedules and inventory levels Calculating price changes and evaluating their impact on the overall purchasing volume to assist budgeting and cost control efforts. Writing VBA macros to automate repetitive tasks, data analysis efficiency and improve workflows.
I received a research stipend at the Brock university offered to successful candidates by the Mitacs Global Link program. The project focused on the geological modelling and structural interpretation of the Mackenzie Mountains, NWT, Canada based on areogeophysical data. Owing to the Covid pandemic the research project was solely conducted as remote work.
As an Exploration Geologist Intern at Imagine Lithium in Ontario, Canada, I was responsible for supporting the exploration team in various field activities aimed at identifying and assessing potential lithium resources (greenfield exploration). Here are the key responsibilities and activities I undertook during my internship: Finding New Sample Locations: I actively participated in the search for new sample locations by conducting thorough field reconnaissance, studying geological maps and identifying promising pegmatite outcrops. Outcrop Descriptions: I conducted detailed descriptions of rock outcrops encountered during fieldwork. This included analyzing and recording geological features such as mineralogy, texture, size and structural characteristics. Channel Sampling: I performed channel sampling, a method used to collect representative rock samples from exposed surfaces. This involved carefully selecting sampling sites, preparing the channel, and collecting samples for subsequent laboratory analysis. Accurate and systematic channel sampling helped to assess the lithological and geochemical characteristics of the target area. Access Clearing: I actively contributed to access clearing activities, which involved removing vegetation and debris from designated exploration sites. Throughout my internship, I worked closely with senior geologists and gained hands-on experience in exploration techniques, data collection, and geological interpretation. During this time I gained valuable experiences and knowledge about green-field exploration practices and strengthened my skills in geological field work.