JEAN PINEDA
Haskell,NJ
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Abel to creatively think of solutions and draw on previous experience to address issues. Strong critical and analytical skills and tend to be hyper-focused on tasks that present a challenge.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PARTNER/ADVOCATE
Good Options Refillery
Manila, Philippines
01.2019 - Current
- Opened a sustainable store catering to the demand for refillable household needs aiming at waste reduction in Manila.
- Gained firsthand experience in studying consumer behavior regarding purchasing decisions.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and reach target audiences.
- Created promotional campaigns to drive sales of new products or services.
- Conducted market research to assess customer needs and preferences in order to develop new products or services.
EARTH SCIENCE TEACHER
St. Mary’s School of Cagayan De Oro City
Cagayan De Oro City, Philippines
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Delivered knowledge of Earth and Environmental Science to middle and high school students.
- Mentored high school students on capstone projects for graduation.
- Supported assessment processes and instructional planning.
- Organized extra-curricular activities such as science fairs, field trips, and guest lectures.
- Supervised student research projects related to geology or meteorology topics.
- Researched new technologies relevant to Earth Sciences that could be integrated into classroom instruction.
- Provided instruction on the physical properties of minerals, rocks, and soils.
- Assessed student understanding of Earth Science concepts through quizzes and tests.
- Integrated current events into lessons to engage students in learning about the environment.
- Encouraged student participation by utilizing interactive activities such as debates and simulations.
PETROLOGIST
Energy Development Corporation
, Philippines
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Served as a petrologist in a renewable energy company, with a portfolio in geothermal, hydroelectric, wind, and solar energy.
- Evaluated geological samples with binocular and polarizing microscopes, in combination with other analytical methods, including Scanning Electron Microscope-Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (SEM-EDS), fluid inclusion analysis, and X-ray Diffraction techniques.
- Generated technical reports for resource assessment and evaluation during production drilling campaigns.
- Regularly collaborated with colleagues from other departments, such as field geologists, geochemists, and reservoir engineers.
- Completed extensive training in geothermal resource exploration and development, including rig geology, geothermal sampling and testing, geophysical studies, and reservoir analysis.
- Executed internal assessments aligning with ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management requirements.
- Developed commercialization strategy to offer petrologic services externally.
SENIOR GEOLOGIST
Atlas Consolidated Mining and Development Corporation
, Philippines
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Company Overview: a porphyry copper/gold mining company.
- Operated in senior capacity within the geological exploration team focused on copper and gold resources spanning a period of seven years.
- Led planning and execution of exploration activities, including geologic mapping, geochemical sampling, and diamond drilling activities.
- Supervised drilling operations to ensure proper safety protocols were followed and samples were collected accurately.
- Developed detailed stratigraphic sections from core logs and well data to identify potential ore bodies.
- Provided technical guidance and interpretation of geophysical surveys for mineral exploration projects.
- Coordinated data collection, analysis, and reporting for various geologic studies.
- Developed comprehensive geologic reports and created, and prepared maps using GIS and other geospatial tools.
- Evaluated new areas for mineral potential by interpreting aerial photos, satellite images, topographical maps, and other sources of information.
- Prepared exploration reports and presented them to top management and external stakeholders.
- Engaged agencies to expedite the process of obtaining necessary permits.
- Engaged with various stakeholders in obtaining Free and Prior Informed Consent (FPIC) for prospect areas.
- Conducted evaluations for potential mineral property acquisitions.
- Gained exposure to mining operations at Carmen Copper Mine.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Tectonics and Geodynamics Group, UP Diliman
Diliman, Philippines
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Executed ground penetrating radar and geomagnetic studies in Romblon, Philippines.
- Interpreted results from experiments and surveys to generate meaningful conclusions.
- Composed technical documents such as conference presentations, posters, and portions of journal articles related to ongoing research initiatives.
- Reviewed manuscripts submitted for publication by faculty members prior to submission.
- Prepared reports, presentations, and articles using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- Set up, calibrated, and maintained laboratory and field research equipment.
- Conducted comprehensive literature reviews to support ongoing research projects.
- Compiled field observations and converted into data to prepare for experiments and tests.
- Coordinated symposia and seminars at the National Institute of Geological Sciences, University of the Philippines.
Education
MASTER IN SUSTAINABILITY SCIENCE - Focus on Leadership
Montclair State University
New Jersey, USA06-2025
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
University of the Philippines
Quezon City, Philippines01.2015
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE - SPECIAL EDUCATION
St. Joseph’s College
Quezon City, Philippines01.2007
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - GEOLOGY
University of the Philippines Diliman
Quezon City, Philippines01.2003
HIGH SCHOOL -
St. Mary’s High School
Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines01.1997
Skills
- Petrographic microscope
- Technical report writing
- Detail orientation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Scanning Electron Microscopy, Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (SEM-EDS)
- Fluid inclusion microscopy using the Linkam THMSG600
- GIS (ArcGIS Pro and QGIS)
- Lifecycle Analysis using SimaPro Flow
- Statistical Analysis using R-studio and JMP
- Project Management
- Process Improvement
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Critical Thinking
- Communication Skills
Affiliations
- Geological Society of the Philippines (GSP)
- Tectonics and Geodynamics Laboratory, University of the Philippines Diliman
- Licensed Geologist, 2004
- Philippines Civil Service Career Professional, 2005
- DIWATA Women in the Resource Industry
- WING (Women in Geothermal)
- UP Cwm Zena'na (alumni member)
- Philippine Skyrunning Association (founding member)
- Philippine Underwater Hockey Association (inactive member)
- L.A.H.A.T. Incorporated (Founding member)
- Kiamba Saranggani Development Foundation Inc. Philippines (founding member)
Specializedequipmentsoftware
- Petrographic microscope
- Scanning Electron Microscopy-Energy Dispersive Xray Spectroscopy (SEM-EDS)
- Fluid Inclusion microscopy using Linkam THMSG600
- ArcGIS Pro
- SimaPro Flow
- QGIS
- R-studio
- JMP
Unpublishedacademicresearch
Assessment of the Relationship Between Residential Property Values and Proximity to the Hazleton Anthracite Coal Mine in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, Pineda, J.C.P., 2023
Publications
- Stratigraphy and Structure of Romblon and Adjacent Islands, Central Philippines, Tamayo, R., Pineda J.C.P., Salapare, N.C., Celiz, M.A.D.A, Dy, A.M.L., Ramos, E.G.L., Marquez, E.J., Dimalanta, C.B., and Yumul, G.P. Jr., 2004
- Geology of Northeastern Leyte and Southern Samar, Pineda, J.C.P., 2001
Otherorganizations
- Kiamba-Saranggani Development Foundation Inc., Member of the Board
- Global Saraggani Development Association Philippines Inc., Board member
- L.A.H.A.T. Community Empowerment Organization, Secretary & Member of the Board
- Philippine Skyrunning Association, Founding member and Secretary-General
Trainingsworkshopsseminars
- Workshop on GREG Marketing Plan, 02/20/18
- Internal Quality Audit Course based on ISO 9001:2015, 09/21/17
- Creativity and Innovation Course, 07/10/17
- Quality Management System Appreciation Course, 06/06/17
- GREG Annual Meeting, 01/01/17
- Inductively Coupled Plasma-Optical Emission Spectroscopy (ICP-OES), 12/19/16
- Operation Course for the JEOL Scanning Electron Microscope, 04/04/16
- ISO Audit Certification Course, 12/09/15
- GIS Day, 11/27/15
- Environmental, Health and Safety: Regulation Updates and Compliance, 11/12/15
- Emergency Medical Responder Training, 08/10/15
- Creating 3D Visualizations in ArcGIS, 08/06/15
- EMS Awareness Training, 07/13/15
- GREG Skul 2015, 05/04/15
- General Geology, 05/04/15
- Discharge Testing - Geochemistry, 05/15/15
- General Geochemistry, 05/18/15
- Introduction to Geothermal Wellsite Geology, 05/22/15
- Case Study on Geothermal Resource Assessment, 06/01/15
- Introduction to Petrology and Geochemistry Laboratory Analyses, 06/04/15
- Appreciation Course on QMS, 03/13/15
- Presenter – GREG Annual Meeting, 01/01/15
- Geoinformatics in Structural Geology, 01/22/15
- Chemical Safety and Spill Response, 12/10/14
- Principles of Scientific Research and Laboratory Practices, 11/26/14
- GREG Skul 2014, 04/07/14
- Geochemistry for Non-geochemists, 04/07/14
- Basic Geothermal Geology, 06/25/14
- Geochemical Modeling, 07/14/14
- Basic Geothermal Reservoir Engineering, 10/28/14
- Geological Conference, 12/01/14
Certification
- ISO 9001:2015 Internal auditor
- Licensed Professional Geologist (Philippines)
- PADI Certified diver
Languages
Tagalog
Native/ Bilingual
French
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
EARTH SCIENCE TEACHER
St. Mary’s School of Cagayan De Oro City
01.2021 - 01.2022
PARTNER/ADVOCATE
Good Options Refillery
01.2019 - Current
PETROLOGIST
Energy Development Corporation
01.2014 - 01.2018
SENIOR GEOLOGIST
Atlas Consolidated Mining and Development Corporation
01.2007 - 01.2014
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Tectonics and Geodynamics Group, UP Diliman
01.2003 - 01.2004
- ISO 9001:2015 Internal auditor
- Licensed Professional Geologist (Philippines)
- PADI Certified diver
MASTER IN SUSTAINABILITY SCIENCE - Focus on Leadership
Montclair State University
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
University of the Philippines
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE - SPECIAL EDUCATION
St. Joseph’s College
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - GEOLOGY
University of the Philippines Diliman
HIGH SCHOOL -
St. Mary’s High School
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