A presentation on careers in geoscience! Nora Whelan, Sharon Blackmore, and Ray Craddock will present their experiences in different geoscience careers, including geohazards, geochemistry, and hydrogeology. We work for BGC Engineering Inc. (BGC), which is an applied earth science consulting company that applies technical geoscience and engineering expertise to pioneer responsible solutions to complex earth science challenges in a variety of sectors. Working at BGC has introduced us to many interesting projects with diverse geological settings across North America and beyond. BGC employs geoscientists with many different technical backgrounds, including:
• Geochemistry• Geohazards• Engineering Geology• Geophysics• Hydrogeology• Hydrology• Climate Change• Cryology
Ray is a DAL alumnus, where he received a bachelor’s degree in Earth Sciences and a master’s degree in Civil and Resource Engineering (hydrogeology). His career in hydrogeology started with a part-time job with a local consultant. Following his graduate studies, Ray has been employed as hydrogeologist focusing on physical hydrogeology in diverse geological environments across North America, South America, and Africa. Ray’s professional work typically involves supporting the design, and evaluating the performance, of dams constructed from earth materials; mitigating the impact of mining activity on groundwater and surface water resources; and managing groundwater on mine sites for safe construction and operation. Ray has recently become an Adjunct Scholar with the Department of Civil and Resource Engineering where he can strengthen his connections in academia (a passion of his). Ray loves the mix between practical and technical work that his career brings, along with visits to sites across Canada and beyond.
Nora is a DAL alumna where she finished two bachelor’s degrees in Biology and Earth Science while also working as a technician in the CRISDal Lab. Nora then moved to B.C. where she completed her Master’s degree in landslide geochronology with Brent Ward. Nora’s interest in geohazards introduced her to the pipelines sector where she focuses on geohazard mitigation. Nora is currently working on the operations team for a mining client in Central America.