Abdullah Basaloom

About Abdullah Basaloom

PhD candidate in Applied Geophysics with an extreme passion for subsurface investigation geophysics and geotechnical projects - Strong Knowledge of data acquisition, processing, and interpretation of geophysical methods (Magnetic, Gravity, Magnetotelluric, ERT, Seismic)- Solid Knowledge of using Machine Learning for geophysical application - Sufficient knowledge of mining exploration and ore minerals- Project management skillsets such as, technical writing, scheduling, field operations supervision, team leadership- My academic work experience has provided valuable skills as well, allowing me to solidify my understanding of magmatic-hydrothermal ore deposits, to expand my abilities in data analysis and research- Strong communication skills to interact with the project team- Good programming skills in Geophysics software e.g, Python, MineSight 3D, Seismic Kingdom SMT, Linux- Knowledge of geophysical theory and seismic imaging.

Experience

1. Senior Staff Geophysicist

   Atlas

   Jan 2023 — Present · St Louis, MO, US

   Evaluate and interpret geological & geophysical data for the development of geotechnical projects and investment opportunities- Proficient in geophysical methods including seismic refraction, seismic reflection, MASW, ReMi, electrical resistivity tomography (ERT), magnetics, HSMAT, electromagnetics, ground penetrating radar (GPR), and non-destructive evaluations (EM61, Magnetic Gradiometer, M-Scope TW-6, line tracer)- Evaluation deliverables included locating karst/sinkholes, voids, faults, depth to bedrock, landfill limits, underground storage tanks (USTs), utilities, and rebarProcessed field geophysical data using multiple software (Surfer, Res2dmod, ArcGIS, ResIPy, Rayfract)- Direct and supervise field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities- Interacted positively with clients and team members from different backgrounds- Used new technologies of machine learning (Python language) as a tool for processing and visualizing geological data- Calibrate and maintain survey equipment- Technical report writing & charting- Production and checking of final deliverables- Assist with the development of new procedures for tasks including survey operations, data processing and project management

Education

• King Saud University

  Bachelor's degree, Geophysics and Seismology

  2011 — 2016

• Missouri University of Science and Technology

  Master of Science - MS, Geophysics and Seismology

  2018 — 2019

• Missouri University of Science and Technology

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Applied Geophysics

  2020 — 2024