Geophysical Expertise

Other Areas of Technical Expertise

Using Trimble differential GPS at the base of Mt. Baker.

In addition to my expertise with field work and data analysis conducted using various kinds of instrumentation, I have proficiency with various software, computer programming and geodetic tools:

Handheld GPS

  • Garmin  Proficient
  • Trimble Differential Systems  Proficient
  • Javad Differential Systems Proficient

Spatial/Visual Software

  • ArcMap  Proficient
  • Gaia GPS  High proficiency
  • GMT  High proficiency
  • Oasis/Montaj  Expert
  • GmSYS 2D  Expert
  • Move (Midland Valley) Proficient
  • EarthVision Experienced
  • Adobe Photoshop  High proficiency
  • Adobe Illustrator  High proficiency

Programming

  • UNIX  Proficient
  • Scripting Languages  Proficient
  • Matlab  Experienced

Seismological Codes

  • SAC  Proficient
  • Focmec  Proficient
  • SplitLab  Expert
  • TauP  Proficient
  • Earthquake relocation codes: HypoDD, Gmel, Hypocenter  Expert

Office Software

  • Microsoft Excel  Proficient
  • Microsoft Word  Proficient
Reading an L&R G-meter at a base station in Monroe, WA
Reading an L&R G-meter at a base station in Monroe, WA

About

I’m a geophysicist by training and experience.  I work for the Washington State Geological Survey mapping and characterizing active faults using geophysics with a focus on gravity and magnetics.  I also have a passion for science communication and nonfiction writing.  In my spare time, I am working to expand my writing portfolio.

Andes

Flatirons in the Andes, Argentina, a geological wonderland.