Lauren N. Thomas is pursuing an M.S. in Earth Sciences from Montana State University with concentrations in reservoir characterization, carbonate petrology and diagenesis, and geochemistry. She has over 5 years of experience in field work, laboratory analysis, and research related to carbon sequestration, soil science, and geology. Her career goal is to enrich and be enriched through her work in the geosciences.

1. Lauren N. Thomas
Las Vegas, NV 89141
Phone: (317) 752-8110 Email: Lauren.thomas4@msu.montana.edu
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/laurenthomas4
Career Goal: To enrich and to be enriched.
EDUCATION
M.S. Earth Sciences May, 2017 (expected)
Montana State University, Bozeman, MT GPA: 3.9
Concentrations: Reservoir Characterization | Carbonate Petrology and Diagenesis | Aqueous and Whole-rock Geochemistry
B.S. Geology, Minor in Chemistry May, 2013
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI), Indianapolis, IN GPA: 3.6
Relevant Coursework: ArcGIS | Field Camp (IUGFS in Cardwell, MT) | Structural Geology | Sedimentology and Stratigraphy |
Mineralogy | Hydrology | Reporting in the Geosciences | Soil Biogeochemistry | Geochemistry | Analytical Chemistry
EXPERIENCE
Field and Lab Technician November 2016-February 2017
Geotechnical & Environmental Services, Inc., Las Vegas, NV
 Directed pre-construction drilling operations, collected soil samples using standard penetration test samplers and ring-lined
California samplers, and generated accurate soil boring logs based on USCS classifications made in the field for residential and
municipal projects.
 Conducted tests on soil in the field and laboratory, including hand texturing, sieve analysis, plasticity index testing, determining
moisture content/moisture density, and proctor testing.
 Analyzed concrete in the field for temperature, viscosity, air content, and density. Prepared concrete cylinders for compressive
strength testing and tested them in the lab.
 Communicated effectively with project managers, foremen, and superintendents and prepared daily reports.
Graduate Research Assistant August 2013-December 2015
Big Sky Carbon Sequestration Partnership, Department of Earth Sciences –Montana State University, Bozeman, MT
 Designed and completed a research project to facilitate the prediction of CO2—rock—brine interactions in a carbonate target
reservoir for a pilot CO2 injection project funded by the U.S. Department of Energy.
 Prepared quarterly progress reports for the U.S. Department of Energy to secure funding for this project.
Graduate Teaching Assistant, Soils August 2014-December 2014
Department of Land Resources –Montana State University, Bozeman, MT
 Instructed students on the fundamentals of soil science and field work, including proper soil description and classification.
Research Experience in Carbon Sequestration (RECS) Program June 2014
United States Department of Energy, Birmingham/Mobile, Alabama
 Participated in an intensive research and development course on the latest carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS)
technologies alongside best-in-class graduate students and professionals involved in CCUS research.
AAPG Imperial Barrel Award Competition Participant December 2013-March 2014
Department of Earth Sciences –Montana State University, Bozeman, MT
 Utilized wireline logs to assess source and reservoir rock quality, analyzed 2D seismic lines to identify potential prospects, and
collaborated with team members to assemble an effective presentation.
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant, Soil Biogeochemistry August 2011-December 2011
IUPUI, Indianapolis, IN
 Instructed 8 undergraduate students and 10 graduate students on field work and analytical procedures in soil sciences.
Soil Biogeochemistry Field and Laboratory Assistant May 2010-January 2013
IUPUI, Indianapolis, IN
 Assisted 5 Master’s and 2 PhD students with sample collection (soil, water, and gas), analysis, and data processing for projects
funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
CERTIFICATIONS
 ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1
 OSHA 10 Hour Construction Certification
 APNGA Portable Nuclear Gauge Safety & U.S. D.O.T Hazmat Certification

2. SKILLS
General: Collaboration | Communication | Customer Service | Data Collection, Management, and Analysis | Professional Report
Writing | Safety Compliance | Teamwork | Research | Teaching | Laboratory Maintenance and Management
Field Work: Map Reading and Geologic Mapping | USDA and USCS Soil Classification | Rock, Soil, Gas (soil flux), and Water
Sampling (monitoring well and low-flow sampling) | Soil Temperature, Compaction, and Moisture Measurement | Water
pH/Conductivity Measurement | GPS
Instruments: Portable Nuclear Gauge | Concrete Testing Instruments | A Multitude of Analytical Instruments
Software: ArcGIS | Geosystems | Geochemist's Workbench | Adobe Illustrator | Canvas | SigmaPlot | Petra
ELECTED POSITIONS
Montana State University AAPG Student Chapter Vice President September 2014-September 2015
 Organized field trips, coordinated weekly meetings, recruited new members, and presented on research and other academic
experiences.
 Planned a club fundraiser and new logo contest.
Montana State University AAPG Student Chapter Treasurer September 2013-September 2014
 Assisted in the revival of MSU’s AAPG Student Chapter by recruiting new members, organizing bi-weekly meetings, and
facilitating group discussions.
 Prepared a budget for the annual report and managed the Chapter’s account and expenditures.
IUPUI Geology Club President September 2011-September 2012
 Facilitated the continued success of the Geology Club by hosting more regular meetings and field trips, presenting current topics
in geology, and bringing in guest speakers from the USGS and local environmental consulting firms.
 Organized a successful club logo competition/t-shirt fundraiser which raised over $1,000 for the club.
 Helped organize a committee to design a memorial for the founder of the IUPUI Geology Department.
IUPUI Geology Club Treasurer September 2010-September 2011
 Contributed to the return of the Geology Club as an active student organization at IUPUI by recruiting new members,
organizing meetings and field trips, and applying for grants to pay for field trips.
 Managed the club bank account and expenditures.
VOLUNTEER WORK
Bakken Core Workshop (Nautilus) July 2014 and 2015
Montana State University Core Analysis Laboratory
 Delivered and displayed three Bakken/Three Forks Fm. cores for analysis.
 Assisted attendees with core descriptions and carbonate rock classification.
Rocky Mountain and Cordilleran Geological Society of America Joint Meeting May 2014
 Assisted with audio-visual technology during oral presentations.
Montana State University 9th
and 10th
Annual Earth Sciences Colloquiums September 2013-May 2015
 Applied for grants from MSU’s Office of Student Involvement to cover expenditures for this student research forum.
 Organized a detailed budget.
AWARDS
American Association of Petroleum Geologists Research Grant 2015
Geological Society of America Research Grant 2014
Indiana Geology and Gem Society Scholarship 2012
Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program, IUPUI 2012
Central Indiana Technical and Environmental Societies Scholarship 2010