Tosin Osunkoya

Results-driven Geophysicist with an M.Sc. in Engineering Geophysics and a strong foundation in Physics, seeking to contribute technical expertise to exploration, environmental, and applied geophysics projects. Proven hands-on experience in electrical resistivity surveys, geophysical data acquisition, processing, and subsurface interpretation, with working knowledge of seismic and GPR methods. Adept at field survey planning, equipment operation, and delivering accurate technical reports to industry standards.

Brings complementary strengths in analytical problem-solving, data communication, and structured thinking developed across research and professional environments. Based in Lagos, Nigeria, and actively targeting opportunities across oil and gas exploration, environmental and engineering geophysics, hydrogeological investigations, and near-surface surveys — with openness to Nigerian, regional, and international organisations.

Geophysical Field Assistant - Mapoly Geophysical Survey

(2024-04 - 2025-01)

Contract Field Role — Multi-method Geophysical Surveys

• Participated in multi-method geophysical surveys using seismic, electrical resistivity, and GPR techniques, contributing to the successful completion of 5 field projects across diverse geological settings.
• Collaborated with senior geophysicists to diagnose and resolve equipment faults in the field, reducing operational downtime by 20% and maintaining project timelines.
• Operated, calibrated, and maintained a range of geophysical instruments, improving equipment reliability and data acquisition accuracy across all project sites.
• Supported fieldwork planning and logistics for 5 geological survey sites, ensuring efficient crew deployment, equipment readiness, and on-schedule execution.
• Performed preliminary data processing and quality control checks, reducing the volume of post-field corrections required by 15% and improving overall data integrity.
• Maintained comprehensive field notes and contributed to daily progress reports, ensuring accurate project documentation and traceability.
• Upheld strict safety protocols and environmental guidelines across all field operations, achieving a 100% safety compliance record in challenging field conditions.
• Improved data acquisition efficiency by 20% through optimised equipment setup procedures and streamlined field workflows.

Physics & Mathematics Teacher - Tribearc School

(2025-01 - 2026-08)

Senior Secondary Level · Physics, Mathematics & STEM — 50+ Students per Class

• Designed and delivered structured Physics and Mathematics lessons for secondary school students, incorporating real-world geoscience applications to contextualise abstract scientific principles.
• Implemented evidence-based teaching methodologies that increased student comprehension and retention by 15%, as measured by pre- and post-assessment scores.
• Developed engaging STEM activities and practical demonstrations that raised student participation rates by 40% and deepened understanding of complex concepts.
• Introduced automated assessment tools that reduced manual grading time by 25%, improving evaluation turnaround and enabling more timely student feedback.
• Partnered with the Science department to embed inclusive teaching practices, expanding accessibility of Physics and Mathematics content for all learners.
• Consistently applied the analytical rigour and data interpretation skills developed through geophysical training to designing quantitative assessments and tracking academic outcomes.

M.Sc. - Engineering Geophysics - University of Lagos (2023-09 - 2026-01)

B.Tech. - Pure and Applied Physics - Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH)