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Los Angeles, CA, US

Identifies stones and treatments through use of gemological properties, interpretation of data from high-tech instrumentation, and collaboration with colleagues

Evaluated and graded loose diamonds by using a microscope and loupe to identify and plot clarity characteristics

Operated XRF machine to accurately assign precious metal content and collaborated with TRR authentication department as needed to facilitate the processing of fine and fashion jewelry

Inspected, sampled, and tested to ensure quality standards for production are being met to specifications using current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)

Developed and performed effective analytical laboratory techniques and procedures to ensure optimal data collection and eliminate potential for inter-sample contamination

GEOL 102: Geology of Planet Earth Lab and GEOL 112: Earth and Life Through Time LabPlanned and organized instruction by preparing course materials such as lectures, lab assignments, study guides, and exams to assess student performance and administer grades while providing feedback in a timely manner by passing back assignments weekly and responding to.

Operated register, kept website up-to-date, and ensured products were clean and presentable while applying geologic knowledge to identify rock and mineral specimens and sharing information with the public in an easily understood manner

Graduate Gemologist

Master Of Science - Ms, Geology/Earth Science, General

Thesis Report – “Testing magma chamber geometry and interconnectivity in the lower crust of a continental arc, Fiordland, New Zealand.”.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Geological And Earth Sciences/Geosciences

Thesis Report – “Petrochemistry of the Jacumba Volcanics at Devils Canyon, West of Ocotillo, California.” Advisor: Dr. Victor E. Camp.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Spanish Language And Literature