DIEPRIYE IKETE
RENO,NEVADA
Summary
Environmental and geographical researcher with a strong foundation in Geography and Environmental Studies. Demonstrates expertise in environmental field sampling, carbon and greenhouse gas analysis, and GIS data management. Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in laboratory and field settings.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Nevada Paleoenvironmental Laborat
Reno, Nevada
01.2025 - Current
- Collected and analyzed soil and sediment samples to support research objectives.
- Prepared comprehensive reports detailing research findings and methodologies to communicate results effectively.
- Analyzed data to assist professors with various projects.
- Conducted literature reviews on paleoenvironmental research topics.
- Performed qualitative research analysis to gather insights from data; and quantitative analysis on a wide range of data.
- Prepared tables, graphs, fact sheets and written reports summarizing research results.
- Participated in team discussions to evaluate project milestones and collaboratively address challenges. meetings to discuss research progress and challenges.
- Assisted with execution of data collection, specimen handling and field research.
- Prepared and presented reports on research progress to faculty members.
- Organized, managed, and maintained databases for research projects.
- Managed data entry and organization for research projects.
- Gathered, reviewed and summarized literature from scientific journals.
- Performed laboratory tests, sample collections, and other technical tasks related to research studies.
- Prepared reports, presentations, and articles using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- Attended professional conferences to present research findings and network with peers in the field.
- Conducted physical tests and examined samples to determine important qualities.
Forestry Officer
Bayelsa State Ministry of Environment
Yenagoa, Bayelsa, Nigeria
11.2013 - 10.2024
- Monitored environmental compliance with regulations and policy requirements.
- Enforced compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to enhance environmental awareness initiatives.
- Participated in local community outreach events to promote sustainability education. to educate the public on sustainability practices.
- Contributed to data collection for environmental research projects and studies.
- Supervised subordinate staff in carrying out daily duties and activities.
- Provided guidance to team members on how to effectively complete tasks within established timelines.
- Led crisis management efforts to resolve issues promptly and efficiently.
- Monitored and reported operational performance metrics.
- Directed the allocation of resources for project and operational needs.
Education
M.Sc. - Geography (Soil Studies and Paleoclimatology)
University of Nevada
Reno, USA05-2027
M.Sc. - Geography and Environmental Studies (Rural development and resource Mgt.)
Ignatius Ajuru University of Education
Port Harcourt, Nigeria01-2024
B.Sc. - Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology
Niger Delta University
Wilberforce Island, Nigeria01-2008
Skills
- Environmental & Field Research
- Soil and peatland sampling
- Advanced soil sampling
- Peatland sampling
- Pore-water sampling
- Pore-water sampling for dissolved organic carbon (DOC)
- Pore-water sampling for dissolved inorganic carbon (DIC)
- Soil physical and chemical analysis
- Measurement of soil/peat organic matter content
- Determination of water content
- Determination of soil bulk density
- Carbon & Greenhouse Gas Analysis
- Greenhouse gas monitoring
- Carbon emissions assessment
- Gas analysis techniques
- Laboratory testing
- Fieldwork in outdoor and natural environments
- GIS & Data Analysis
- ArcGIS Pro
- ArcGIS Online
- GIS data analysis
- R statistical analysis
- Microsoft Excel
- Google Sheets
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Data organization
- Statistical analysis
- Team collaboration
- Outdoor and field-based research
- Sample handling
- Statistical analysis
- Outdoor and field-based research
Personal Information
Title: Environmental Researcher | Geography & Environmental Studies | Soil & Peatland Field Research
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Environmental conservation and management, Carbon sequestration in soil and forests, Soil and peat carbon dynamics, Greenhouse gas emissions and fluxes, Methane and carbon dioxide dynamics, Wetland and ecosystem science, Environmental change and sustainability, GIS and spatial analysis, Nature-based environmental research
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Nevada Paleoenvironmental Laborat
01.2025 - Current
Forestry Officer
Bayelsa State Ministry of Environment
11.2013 - 10.2024
M.Sc. - Geography (Soil Studies and Paleoclimatology)
University of Nevada
M.Sc. - Geography and Environmental Studies (Rural development and resource Mgt.)
Ignatius Ajuru University of Education
B.Sc. - Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology
Niger Delta University