Maxwell E. Griffiths 208 Old Trinity Place Lancaster, PA 17602

(570) 225-5762 maxgriffiths6@gmail.com

EDUCATION

Virginia Tech, College of Science Blacksburg, VA Bachelor of Science in Geosciences w/ Geophysics option Graduation: May 2013 Overall: GPA: 3.27 In Major: Geoscience/Geophysics GPA: 3.40

Notable Coursework: Exploration Seismology, Earthquake Seismology, Geodynamics, Field Observations, Structural Geology, Geophysics, Introduction to Programming in C, Sedimentology Stratigraphy, Petrology, Mineralogy, Volcanic Processes, Calculus I-IV, Linear Algebra, Vector Geometery, Physics I&II, Chem. I&II.

EXPERIENCE

Enviroscan Inc. Lancaster, PA Geophysical Technician June 2013- Present

• Conduct all phases of geophysical surveys including participation in field crews • Execute data input and processing • Prepare all deliverables (reports, charts, graphs, maps, cross-sections, etc.) • Techniques utilized include: seismic refraction, MASW, REMI, gravity, electrical resistivity, IEEE,

electromagnetics (EM31/EM61), VLF, & GPR • Experience in geotechnical drilling, sinkhole mitigation, and seismic site classifications • Certifications: OSHA 40 hour HAZWOPER, LPS, Confined Spaces, CPR

Student Athlete Academic Support Services Blacksburg, VA Geology Tutor January 2013-May 2013 Griffiths Family Funeral Homes Tamaqua, PA Assistant January 2007- May 2013

• Assisted funeral directors at viewings and funerals • Assisted with removals, body preparation and set-up for viewings and funerals • Developed a strong customer service and sales oriented mindset

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH

Undergraduate Researcher, Geoscience Department Blacksburg, Va Fall 2012 –Spring 2013

• Research project under the supervision of Dr. Esteban Gazel • Studied andesitic magmas from a volcano in the Lesser Antilles • Gained deep experience in research techniques and analyses • Utilized equipment such as spectrometers and electron microprobes • Goal was to determine the composition of the magma and melt inclusions in the samples

AWARDS AND ORANIZATIONS

• Awarded the Leonard P. & Melva L. Harris Scholarship in the Geosciences October 2012 • Member of Sigma Gamma Epsilon, Chapter Alpha Mu Blacksburg, VA

o Geoscience Honors Society References: Available Upon Request