Objective
I would like to pursue a challenging and interesting carrier in the field of oceanography. I am willing to work in any country and I am available to do so as of now.
Experience
Jan. 2009 - Present
• Freelance work for Nautilus S.L.
Position: Oceanographer / Surveyor
Skills developed: Planification of survey (all stages), management of instrumentation, liaison with all parts involved in the project (different rental companies, clients, associates, etc ). Deployment & recovery of marine instrumentation. Management/acquisition of the oceanographic data. Reporting of results to clients.
Project status: Temporary on hold due to insufficient funds.
Aug. 2008 - Oct. 2008
• Aemón 07 Oceanográfico. Carretera Portezuelo-Las Toscas. nº 362
P.C: 38297 El Portezuelo, Tegueste. S/C de Tenerife. Spain.
Position: Oceanographer / Surveyor
Skills developed: Deployment & recovery of marine instrumentation (both Oceanographic and Geophysical) in different areas (e.g. North Tenerife).
Processing, quality control, interpretation and reporting of Oceanographic &
Meteorological data for clients.
Assistance in geophysical data interpretation and data management.
Dec. 2007 - Jul. 2008
EGS International Ltd. 27 Woolmer Way, Bordon, Hampshire, GU35 9QE, UK
Position: Oceanographer / Surveyor
Skills developed: Deployment & recovery of marine instrumentation (both Oceanographic and Geophysical) in different areas (e.g. North Sea, English Channel).
Processing, quality control, interpretation and reporting of Oceanographic &
Meteorological data for clients (e.g. Agip KCO).
Assistance in geophysical data interpretation and data management.
(Sept. 2003 - Oct. 2003)
• Investigation Work
Position: Assistant
Task performed: Field work in the Boavista Island (Green Cape Republic). Study of Marine Turtles (sp. Careta Careta) reproduction, assisting the scientific staff in sampling and sample management. Professor
Skills developed: Team work and communication skills under stressful circumstances.
Education
(Sept. 2006 - Oct. 2007)
• Master of Science (MSc) in Ocean Remote Sensing
Southampton University, National Oceanographic (NOCS), Southampton, United Kingdom.
Modules include: Mathematical techniques for Remote Sensing of the Ocean, Radar Remote Sensing of The Oceans, Visible, IR and Passive Microwave Techniques for Ocean Remote Sensing.
Skills developed: Team work toward written reports, communication skills to organize and distribute in an efficient way the different parts of group works / reports / presentations. Effective research skill. Efficient task tackling approach. Further oceanographic field skills acquired. Ability to endure stressful situations as numerous deadlines pile up and thus efficient time managing to meet all deadlines.
(Sept. 2004 - June 2006)
• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Oceanography
Southampton University, National Oceanographic Center (NOCS), Southampton, United Kingdom.
Modules include: Practical Techniques and Key Skills for Oceanography, Large Scale Ocean Processes, and Physical Oceanography.
Skills developed: Team work toward written reports, communication skills to organize and distribute in an efficient way the different parts of group works / reports. Oceanographic field skills acquired.
(Sept. 2002 - Jun. 2004)
• 2 years studying modules in a Marine Sciences Course
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria University (ULPGC), Canary Islands, Spain.
Skills developed: Background knowledge of different subject as Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geology, and Biology. Team work and communication skills developed.
Certification
• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Oceanography
• Master of Science (MSc) in Ocean Remote Sensing
Skils
Written and Spoken Languages:
Spanish: Fluent.
English: Fluent.
IT skills:
Microsoft Packages (e.g. Office, etc).
Basic Linux.
Matlab (mathematical programming language - medium level).
Bilko (image display software package developed by UNESCO).
AutoCAD 2005 and 2007
Additional skills:
Driving License (car)
Personal Survival Techniques (Warsash Maritime Academy, Southampton, UK)
UKOOA Medical Certificate (expires 18/12/2009)
Open Water SDI sport diving
Field experience: Have worked in cold, rough seas, strong winds
Interests:
Enjoy meeting people from other countries and experiencing new cultures. Have traveled over Europe (mostly Spain and UK).
Sports: Keen in all sorts of martial arts, snow and water sports.