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Deusavan Costa
Geochemist And Mineralogist
Newark,NJ
Summary
Diligent problem-solver geochemist with a resourceful approach to challenges and MSc in oreforming process by New Mexico Tech, USA. Expertise in geological mapping and sampling, analytical techniques for minerals and rocks, data compilation, core logging, and environment & remediation service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Geochemist
PureLi
05.2024 - Current
- Fieldwork: conducted field experiments, collected water samples, and gathered geological data to study geochemical and metallurgical phenomena.
- Water Chemistry: Analyze water samples to quantify the chemical composition and interpret the impact on geological and metallurgical processes.
- Phase Diagrams: Optimize metallurgical processes by developing and interpreting phase diagrams to understand material behavior under varying conditions.
Environmental Technologist
Vertex
7 2023 - 04.2024
- Environmental remediation and reclamation in the Oil and Gas Industry.
- Technical Writing · Environmental Remediation· Site Assessment· Soil Sampling· EM survey
- Prepared summaries and charts by field-screening and gathering samples and summarizing findings.
- Determined chemical composition and nature of land pollutants by analyzing and collecting soil.
- Installed and maintained data collection instrumentation.
Lab Assistant
New Mexico Bureau Of Geology & Mineral Resources
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Perform lab experiments and hazardous material handling
- Prepare solutions for ICP-OES, ICP-MS and IC analyses
- Analyze data to create graphs, charts and documents for presentation and reports
- Assist with support duties such as testing samples, taking and maintaining inventory
Geoscience Technician
BRK Ambiental/ SENEATINS
04.2020 - 06.2021
- Helped to evaluate the geology/hydrogeology-related impacts of implementation of wastewater treatment plant at Tocantins state Brazil, to determine groundwater circulation in regional context.
- Maximized natural resource conservation outcomes by advising civil engineers about aquifers and groundwater circulation reinforcing rock composition and structural geology
Mineralogist
Laboratory Of Microscopy And Microanalysis
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Preparing and running mineralogical samples using Electron Probe Microanalyzer (EPMA), including quantitative analysis (WDS), qualitative (EDS), and element mapping.
- Ensuring data integrity, compliance, and good laboratory practices by utilizing analytical methods, standard operating procedures, and laboratory data systems.
- Experience with SEM, XRD, and other analytical processes addressing potential ore quality.
Field Mapping Assistant
University Of Brasilia
03.2017 - 12.2017
- Applied remote sensing, aeromagnetic and aerogamma data to establish pre-map and plan mapping activity.
- Characterized major outcrops via sample collection and mineral and structural descriptions
- Compiled field data, then analyzed data and generated the deliverable 1:50000 geologic map
Data Analyst
Seismological Observatory Of Brasilia
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Modeled results and wrote quarterly reports of seismic activity around hydroelectric dams.
- Used statistical methods to analyze data and generate business reports
Field Geologist
Panorama Mining
08.2016 - 10.2016
- Developed and implemented real-time data interpretation and communication strategies for field investigations with sub-surface teams.
- Thin-section analysis of ore control processes based on mineral chemistry and textural relationships
Lab Assistant
Colorado School Of Mines
04.2015 - 06.2015
- Conducted differential scanning calorimetry routine in controlled settings
- Obtained publishable data
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geology
University of Brasília
Brasília 03.2012 - 12.2017
Exchange Program - Geology
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 03.2014 - 08.2015
Master of Science - Mineralogy And Petrology
University of Brasília
Brasília-Brazil 03.2018 - 03.2020
Master of Science - Geochemistry
New Mexico Institute of Mining And Technology
Socorro, NM 03.2020 - 05.2023
Skills
Petrographic reports
Technical drawing and mapping skills
Lab research knowledge
Analytical and critical thinking
Excellent Communication
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Software
ArcMap
IoGAS
GEM codepackge
Veusz
GeoSoftware
GIS
Leapfrog
Languages
Portuguese- Native
Native or Bilingual
English- Fluent
Full Professional
Spanish- Advanced
Professional Working
Relevant Coursework:
OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Training
July 2023- Vertex Resource Group Ltd.
Academic Coursework
Structural Geology · Geological Mapping · Analytical Techniques for Rocks and Minerals·Metallogenesis of Granitic Rocks · Lithogeochemistry of Ore-forming Process· Crustal Fluids·Economic Geology·
Timeline
Geochemist
PureLi
05.2024 - Current
Lab Assistant
New Mexico Bureau Of Geology & Mineral Resources
08.2020 - 05.2023
Geoscience Technician
BRK Ambiental/ SENEATINS
04.2020 - 06.2021
Master of Science - Geochemistry
New Mexico Institute of Mining And Technology
03.2020 - 05.2023
Mineralogist
Laboratory Of Microscopy And Microanalysis
03.2018 - 03.2020
Master of Science - Mineralogy And Petrology
University of Brasília
03.2018 - 03.2020
Field Mapping Assistant
University Of Brasilia
03.2017 - 12.2017
Field Geologist
Panorama Mining
08.2016 - 10.2016
Data Analyst
Seismological Observatory Of Brasilia
01.2016 - 12.2016
Lab Assistant
Colorado School Of Mines
04.2015 - 06.2015
Exchange Program - Geology
University of New Mexico
03.2014 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Geology
University of Brasília
03.2012 - 12.2017
Environmental Technologist
Vertex
7 2023 - 04.2024