Provide analysis and advice in Exploration and Production geology, based on palynology and expertise in geothermal energy and hydrology, oil and gas exploration and production, and CO2 capture and storage.

Completed palynostratigraphic projects contributing to a better understanding of regional geology and underpinning the development of deep geothermal energy in the canton of Geneva (Switzerland).

Completed research projects

Collection Management and Research Projects

Coordinated research and analysis of geological data relative to petroleum basins (Australia, United States and Iran). Wrote and edited reports and images. Orchestrated drafting by graphic department. Maintained and performed quality control of the ORACLE IRIS 21 database in adhesion to company standards and policies. Managed customer service to ensure client satisfaction with our products and services. Liaised with Basin Researchers from Geneva and other international offices. Mentored junior… Show more Coordinated research and analysis of geological data relative to petroleum basins (Australia, United States and Iran). Wrote and edited reports and images. Orchestrated drafting by graphic department. Maintained and performed quality control of the ORACLE IRIS 21 database in adhesion to company standards and policies. Managed customer service to ensure client satisfaction with our products and services. Liaised with Basin Researchers from Geneva and other international offices. Mentored junior scientists. Show less

Established my own consultancy. Provided geological services to the petroleum industry, state geological surveys, and governmental agencies. Marketed projects, carried out work and delivered technical reports.

Designed, administered and executed all biostratigraphical projects undertaken by Geoscience Australia. Championed the Virtual Center of Economic Micropaleontology and Palynology (VCEMP) to ensure continued development and application of these disciplines to exploration and production issues. Planned strategic direction through consultation with stakeholders. Directed and mentored PhD students (University of Canberra and Utrecht).

Designed and commercialized problem-solving projects to asset teams. Appraised and integrated geological data worldwide. Assessed and transferred new technologies to the Exploration Centre and ensured proper implementation throughout the company. Represented BG in technical meetings, symposiums and joint studies.

Developed and marketed research proposals, often multidisciplinary, to hydrocarbon companies. Carried out all project aspects from start to finish. Presented talks and posters at international congresses. Co-organized the 6th International Conference on Modern and Fossil Dinoflagellates (Trondheim, June 7-12, 1998, Norway), attended by more than 200 participants.

Established teaching and research of palynology in Switzerland. Created and supervised a palynological laboratory for rock sample processing. Trained and counselled technicians on chemical storage and handling, proper procedures, and effective use of personal protective equipment. Managed lab and research contracts. Headed and co-directed PhD students (Geneva, Fribourg, Tunis and Liège). Researched, wrote and published papers in international science journals and books, and presented… Show more Established teaching and research of palynology in Switzerland. Created and supervised a palynological laboratory for rock sample processing. Trained and counselled technicians on chemical storage and handling, proper procedures, and effective use of personal protective equipment. Managed lab and research contracts. Headed and co-directed PhD students (Geneva, Fribourg, Tunis and Liège). Researched, wrote and published papers in international science journals and books, and presented communications in worldwide conferences. Show less

Editor of the French Review “Les Cahiers de Micropaléontologie”, published by the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS). Organized the peer review process and served as an interface between the Editorial committee and the authors. Assessed the modifications suggested by reviewers and requested authors to proceed with fair remarks and corrections. Ensured that deadlines were respected and scientific quality maintained.