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Bernard Essel

@bernardessel

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Experienced GIS specialist with a strong background in remote sensing.

Ireland

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters innovation and collaboration in GIS and environmental projects.

I am a conscientious professional with extensive experience in GIS, Remote Sensing, and Photogrammetry, having worked in both public and private sectors. My career has spanned urban planning, surveying, and environmental sectors, where I have successfully managed teams and delivered multiple projects. My expertise lies in asset management and the application of Enterprise GIS solutions, spatial data management, and analytics.

Currently, I serve as an Assistant Lecturer at Maynooth University, where I teach various undergraduate courses and lead instructional sessions on Python programming for satellite data analysis. My role involves managing the GIS enterprise solution for the university, ensuring effective data management and visualization. I have a deep understanding of GIS and RS concepts, supported by my research experience and a PhD focused on enhancing photogrammetric methodologies.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated strong leadership and communication skills, supervising teams and conducting technical presentations. I have also been involved in numerous funded projects, showcasing my ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and address complex environmental challenges through innovative GIS solutions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Assistant Lecturer in Remote Sensing & GIS

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Maynooth University

Mar 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)

Lectured undergraduate courses in Environmental Remote Sensing and Methods of Geographical Analysis. Developed course materials and delivered sessions on Python programming for satellite data analysis. Managed GIS enterprise solutions, focusing on data management and visualization.

GIS Remote Sensing Python Data Management Spatial Analysis Teaching Team Management

Graduate Assistant

Maynooth University

Nov 2019 - Jan 2024 (4 years 2 months)

Assisted in teaching various GIS and Remote Sensing courses. Developed instructional materials and provided support for lab work using geospatial and machine learning libraries. Engaged in data management and visualization tasks.

GIS Remote Sensing ArcGIS Python Data Management Teaching Spatial Analysis Geospatial Team Collaboration Curriculum Development

Senior GIS Analyst

Ziongate Geospatial and Research Services

Nov 2016 - Nov 2019 (3 years)

Led GIS and Remote Sensing projects, including infrastructure database development and utility network management. Conducted spatial analysis and provided training on GIS software. Delivered technical presentations to stakeholders.

GIS Remote Sensing SQL Spatial Analysis Project Management Technical Presentations Data Analysis Team Leadership Training

Assistant Planning Officer

Directorate of Physical Development & Estate Management, Uni

Aug 2014 - Jan 2015 (5 months)

Conducted environmental evaluations and monitoring for projects. Managed GIS data format conversions and applied them within the ArcGIS platform. Engaged in field data collection and report writing.

GIS Data Collection ArcGIS Team Collaboration Spatial Analysis Communication Problem Solving

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Maynooth University

PhD, Geography

2019 - 2024

Thesis: Developing an Enhanced Photogrammetric Methodology for Mapping Water Bodies Using Low-cost Drones. Course modules included: Satellite Remote Sensing & EO, Marine Remote Sensing, Analysing Spatial Data with R, Aerial Surveys and Drone Operations.

University of Greenwich

MSc, Sustainable Environmental Management

2015 - 2016

Thesis: The application of GIS in mapping flood hazard and assessing risk in Kumasi, Ghana. Course modules included: Remote sensing, GIS, Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental law and Policy.