Marcelo Zuniga

Adaptable, bilingual geologist with graduate-level research and on-site field experience. Equipped with well-rounded skills in data analysis, critical thinking, teamwork, and physical stamina. Fluent in English and Spanish with intermediate French.

Research Assistant - Loma Linda University

(2023-03 - 2026-06)

Modeled the conditions for preservation of the dinosaur tracks found in the Carreras Pampa bed, Bolivia and provided new information to local guides in the Toro toro National Park to enhance public knowledge of the paleontological history of the park.

• Constructed 24 3D models using a drone and WebODM at multiple outcrops to identify depositional processes, bed thickness, and local transport directions.
• Interpreted the paleoenvironment of the Carreras Pampa bed by identifying the different facies and their depositional environments.
• Reviewed the scientific literature on the Carreras Pampa bed. Improved reliability of renewable reporting while minimizing processing time by developing and implementing solutions in collaboration with I.T.

Physics Laboratory Technical Assistant - Andrews University

(2018-08 - 2022-05)

• Assisted students with their laboratory assignments by answering their questions.
• Ensured laboratory safety standards were adhered to by students.
• Identified students struggling with the subject matter and recommended solutions to the Physics Professor.

Master of Science - Geology - Loma Linda University (2026-06)

Bachelor of Science - Physics, Minor Mathematics - Andrews University (2022-05)