Open To Work
Frank Perez
Illinois State Geological Survey
Bolingbrook,IL
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired Job Title
Exploration GeologistField GeologistMine GeologistProject GeologistJunior Geologist
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkConsultingSeasonal Work
Location Preference
On-Site
Location:
Bolingbrook, ILChicago, IL
Open to relocation:
Yes
Minimum Desired Compensation
$70000/yr
Important To Me
Career advancementPaid time offHealthcare benefitsCompany CultureWork-life balance
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Language
4
Years of experience
Knowledgeable geologist with solid foundation in geological principles and fieldwork experience. Worked on projects that contributed to understanding of sedimentary processes. Demonstrated proficiency in geological mapping and sample analysis.
Work History
Junior Geologist
1 Year 11 Months- Photographed several hundred feet of rare Earth element (REE) rich soil to document geological characteristics
- Used PXRF data to create graphs on Microsoft Excel to show concentrations of various REE
- Transported hundreds of feet of core over 300 miles to facilitate detailed analysis and research
- Transported hundreds of feet of core over 300 miles
- Collaborated with geologists across multiple disciplines
- Trained on operating PXRF x-ray scanner
Grader for geology 107 / Champaign, IL
4 Months- Evaluated and provided feedback on lab assignments for geology 107 students
- Facilitated discussions with multiple geology professors to enhance collaboration
- Evaluated student assignments, providing constructive feedback to enhance understanding of earth science concepts.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop grading rubrics ensuring consistent evaluation criteria across assignments.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate records of student performance and grades using departmental systems.
Non-Commissioned Officer
11 Months- Promoted to the rank of Corporal / became a leader to all other junior marines
- Assisted in organizing logistics for operations and execute multiple mortar based operations
- Managed a mortar squad, guiding team members in operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geology
Relevant Coursework: Physical Geology, History of Earth Systems, Structural Geology, Sedimentology and Stratigraphy, Field Geology (Cyprus), Geomorphology, Paleoclimatology, Mineralogy, Wasatch-Uinta Field Camp, Petrology
Skills
Geological mapping
Earth science
Data analysis
Data compilation
Geochemical analysis
Sample collection
Time management
Prioritization skills
Adaptability
Affiliations
American Geophysical Union
Languages
English (fluent), Spanish (intermediate), American Sign Language (intermediate)
Timeline
Junior Geologist
Illinois State Geological Survey
06.2024 - 05.2026Read More
Grader for geology 107 / Champaign, IL
Department of Earth Science
01.2024 - 05.2024Read More
Non-Commissioned Officer
United States Marine Corps
10.2022 - 09.2023Read More
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science from Geology
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