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Jakob Bolz

Jakob Bolz

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Trained Geoscientist with excellent knowledge in geological mapping, GIS and data capture and analysis, keen to work towards a sustainable future.

  • Education

    • The University of Göttingen

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      Bachelor of Science - BS Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences Upper Second Class Honours / 2.1 German Grading System

      Thesis with grade 1.0 (Distinction)"Two balanced cross-sections and a forward modelling approach to explain the emplacement of "exotic" Zechstein slivers by inversion of the Sontra Graben in Northern Hessen, Germany"Courses: include Introduction to geological mapping / Analytical methods in the geosciences / Environmental geosciences / Introduction to GISField Work: Outstanding grades on all reports on field work and excursionsSkills: Digitisation of geospatial data / Remote… Show more Thesis with grade 1.0 (Distinction)"Two balanced cross-sections and a forward modelling approach to explain the emplacement of "exotic" Zechstein slivers by inversion of the Sontra Graben in Northern Hessen, Germany"Courses: include Introduction to geological mapping / Analytical methods in the geosciences / Environmental geosciences / Introduction to GISField Work: Outstanding grades on all reports on field work and excursionsSkills: Digitisation of geospatial data / Remote sensing / Collecting GPS data Show less

    • Georg-August-Universität Göttingen

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      Master of Science - MS Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences Upper Second Class Honours / 2.0 German Grading System

      Thesis with grade 1.6 (Upper Second Class)“Workflow for Modification, Simplification and Balancing of a Section across a thin-skinned fold-and-thrust belt”Courses: include Fluids in the Earth’s Crust (Python) / Physics and Modelling of Geodynamic Processes / Basin Analysis / Structural Modelling Skills: Accumulation and maintenance of geospatial databases (ArcGIS, QGIS) / In-depth knowledge and modelling skills of geodynamic processes

    • Queen's University Belfast

      2017 - 2018
      Erasmus+ Studies Geography and Cartography, GIS, IT, Programming

      Activities and Societies: Member in the Belfast Geologists’ Society / various outdoor activities including multi-day hikes, surfing, and sailing Courses: Advanced GIS / Programming / Sea Level Change / Arid Environments / Volcanoes Skills: Fundamentals of app development using Java / Geospatial analysis using model builder (ArcGIS) / Catchment analysis (ArcGIS)

  • Experience

    • IZRG - Institut für Zeit- und Regionalgeschichte der Universität Flensburg

      Sept 2010 - Jul 2011
      Project Worker

      Designed a concept for the visual display of user data for a virtual web-based museum and the layout of a PhD thesis

    • The University of Göttingen

      Jan 2015 - Jan 2017
      Teaching Geological Mapping Courses in the Field

      Co-organised the logistics / Introduced students to fundamentals of field work and basics of GIS for map creation and storage of spatial data / Ensured compliance with standards and practices of the outdoor activities

    • Helmholtz-Centre Potsdam - German Research Centre GFZ

      Jun 2015 - Aug 2015
      Scientific Intern

      Assembled and maintained large database in ArcGIS / Presented findings and results in group meetings / Provided general office support

    • Ocean Property Management Galway

      May 2018 - Aug 2018
      Receptionist and Property Manager/Caretaker

      Client oriented approach / Coordinated preparation for new guests overseeing staff / Greeted and checked-in guests / Catered to guests’ needs

    • The University of Göttingen

      Jun 2019 - Jan 2022

      Assisted in compiling the interim report for an EU funded geothermal energy project / Drafted final examinations / Graded the latter Taught fundamentals of structural geology / Developed a comprehensive mentoring and tutoring programme / Graded exams Planned and prepared the implementation of the field course / Taught basic field skills and fundamentals of geology / Assessed the reports Communicated fundamentals of remote sensing to non-technical stakeholders and children / building strong relationships with stakeholders

      • Student Research Assistant

        Jan 2021 - Jan 2022

      • Student Tutor for Structural Geology

        Jan 2014 - Jan 2021

      • Student Tutor for Field Course in Structural Geology

        Jan 2015 - Jan 2020

      • Representative of the Geological Faculty at Exposition of Ideas towards a Sustainable Future

        Jun 2019 - Jul 2019

    • Stantec

      Jun 2022 - now

      • Digital Consultant

        Apr 2024 - now

      • Graduate GIS Analyst

        Jun 2022 - Mar 2024

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Driving Licence, Class B

      Landeshauptstadt Kiel
      Jan 2009