Dissertation "Argon Geochronology: I. Applied ⁴⁰Ar/³⁹Ar Methods to the Chronology of Large Igneous Provinces II. Development of Cosmogenic Argon Methods for Terrestrial Chronology"
 

Electron Microprobe Analyses (EMPA)

Thermal Ionization Mass Spectrometry (TIMS)

Noble Gas Mass Spectrometry

Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS)

Secondary Ionization Mass Spectrometry (SIMS)

Resonance Ionization Mass Spectrometry (RIMS)

Two-axis static demagnetizer and cryogenic magnetometer

X-Ray Diffraction (XRD)

X-Ray Florescence (XRF)

Synchrotron X-Ray Florescence (S-XRF)
 
 
 
 

written and spoken French language skills

Wilderness First Responder medical training
 

Primary Instructor
Jan 2006 - May 2006
University of California, Berkeley

Primary instructor for 'Planet Earth', an introductory semester-length undergraduate course for intended Geology majors. Designed, organized and presented lectures, created and revised laboratory exercises, and planned and executed class field trips covering the breadth of Earth Science.

Graduate Student Instructor
Aug 2005 - Dec 2005
University of California, Berkeley

'Introduction to Astronomy' undergraduate course. Taught four sections of 32 students each, using activities and group work to help students understand basic astronomical and physical concepts, as well as science and the scientific method. Also responsible for evening student tutoring sessions and 'star parties', introducing students to the skies using a 14" University telescope.

Graduate Student Instructor
Jan 2002 - May 2002
University of California, Berkeley

'History and Dynamics of Planet Earth' undergraduate course. Created discussion section topics covering topics such as the Oklo reactor, the politics of global climate change, the Yucca Mountain Project, and the Snowball Earth debate. Topics were designed to stimulate discussion among Earth & Planetary Science undergraduate majors outside of assigned course work.

Graduate Student Instructor
Jan 2000 - May 2000
University of California, Berkeley

New undergraduate course 'The Age of the Earth'. Course material included an overview of modern dating techniques applicable to geologic time scales, introduction to basic analytical methods, concepts and controversies, and historical context.

Information Systems Technician and Y2K Project Manager
Dec 1997 - Apr 1999
El Dorado Irrigation District

Directed and implemented Y2K preparation for a small northern California water utility including development of testing procedures and contingency plans, preparation of legal disclosures and related documentation, and public and state agency communication on the issue. Prepared and presented this data to the US Senate Special Committee for the Y2K. Resolved computing hardware and software problems for District staff. Recommended and coordinated computer user training and technical assistance. Installed, setup and maintained a variety of computing equipment as well as organizing contract repairs and new equipment purchase (computing and telecommunications).

Academic Computing and Networking Services Assistant
Feb 1995 - Jun 1997
Carleton College

Instructed and assisted Carleton faculty with their computers, peripherals and software. Worked extensively with the internet and world wide web, including the creation and initial design of Carleton’s Geology Department web pages. Also participated in the development and implementation of Carleton’s GIS (Geographic Information Systems) computing facilities.