This candidate holds a Ph.D. in Geology with a research focus on the sedimentary paleoenvironments and diagenetic processes of organic-rich shales. They possess strong expertise in analytical laboratory management (IC, ICP, XRD) and geospatial software. Their experience bridges academia, with a background in course development and teaching, and the energy industry, through technical service writing and business intelligence in a laboratory management role. They have a record of peer-reviewed publications in relevant scientific journals.