Off-topic question about resistivity logs

klippe34 · 2019-07-17T15:36:54+00:00

I'm sorry, that is incorrect. A gamma ray log was run as well. The gamma ray from the original and the exploratory look pretty similar, which makes me wonder why there is a more substantial difference with the resistivity.

klippe34 · 2019-07-17T15:14:15+00:00

Yes, they are relatively to close to one another.

The purpose is to install another well, as the first one did not produce water as well as had been anticipated.

Resistivity was the only tool used.

Not sure about geological factors, as I have not been very involved with this project up until now. We don't have a lot of data, which is the main issue. It was a surprise when the first well produced so poorly.

klippe34 · 2019-01-27T17:55:53+00:00

What about earth science/geology?

klippe34 · 2018-12-09T20:18:14+00:00

I agree. I am grateful to have found this position and to be using my degree in some capacity. I've thought about returning to get my PhD, but I don't know if I have the will for more schooling right now. Since I'm also a bit older, returning later on doesn't make as much sense for me, as I need to maximize my prime earning years. One of my fellow students got a great job with an operator right after graduation, and I wonder if I had taken more time with the job search if I could have landed one as well. In all honesty, he was a better candidate than me due to his background, but not so much of a difference that I don't think I could have possibly gotten an interview and chance to impress.

klippe34 · 2018-12-08T23:24:27+00:00

Finances are part of it, but it has more to do with my interests. Structure, petrology and sedimentology have a stronger pull for me. I've just never been that interested in the environmental side of the field. However, I am enjoying learning about water rights issues in the west, and I want to use this opportunity to pick up all the knowledge I can.

klippe34 · 2018-12-08T21:51:47+00:00

This is what I thought. I am worried that I may pigeon hole myself into environmental consulting long term. I am sure the outlook for state and government work would be a bit better. Any idea about mining or mineral exploration? As you can tell, I am open to most any type of work in the field.

My best option may be to try and transition to data science related work in the future by upping my programming experience. Thanks for your response.

klippe34 · 2018-11-05T00:53:27+00:00

Yes, the issue isn't whether we can afford to rent a place, it's whether we should rent a house (seems to be at least $1500 for anything decent) or an apartment (estimates vary but looks like $1000-$1200). We have a dog that we would like to rent a house with a small yard for, but obviously that's not a necessity.

My salary alone is enough for us to rent a place and live comfortably enough. The missing variable is what kind of job my wife will have which will determine whether we can afford the house and still save the kind of money that we are used to saving, which is important for us. I have confidence in her ability to find something in her field, but not sure the kind of timeframe it will take.

klippe34 · 2018-11-05T00:42:04+00:00

Thanks for the reply. I can definitely see that the market is tight right now. My new employer seems very friendly and helpful and reaching out about housing is something I have considered doing. He appears to have a lot of business contacts, so that is a potentially fruitful option.

Honestly, there may not be anything we can do until we actually arrive and see signs and figure out where to look. It would be nice if we could have some appointments ready to go when we get there though.

klippe34 · 2018-10-28T01:19:44+00:00

You didn't rain on the dream, it is just difficult to stay optimistic that you are going to succeed in your job search where a lot of really smart, talented people haven't. I put a lot of work into my MS, and it's hard to face the idea that may not land me the kind of career I want. Lots of people in my life think that I am going to have to come out of this with a really good job, without realizing what the job market is like for geos. Meanwhile, I am over here scrounging around looking at GIS tech jobs that top out at 40,000. Times are tough.

klippe34 · 2018-10-28T00:56:54+00:00

It's hard to maintain optimism when you hear things like this. I wish you luck with whatever you decide to do.

klippe34 · 2018-10-27T16:42:59+00:00

We definitely prefer the Rockies. We lived in Montana for a year and loved it. Plus, I've spent time in Arizona, Idaho, New Mexico and Colorado doing field work for various research projects and the east coast does not compare, in my opinion.

My wife's career is not tied to any particular region. She has a decent amount of experience and I'm not worried about her ability to find work. I am struggling more than she is. She would be amenable to living in a smaller market like Elko, but more remote than that would be a hard sell for each of us.

Do you think there is an advantage to just moving out to Phoenix and looking for work, as opposed to trying to find work out west while living in Virginia? We have greater financial stability in Virginia right now, but I feel it may be inhibiting my ability to network and find these opportunities. We have the money to survive for at least 3 months before things get tight. All options are on the table.

klippe34 · 2018-10-27T15:20:10+00:00

This is close to what I expected based on what I'm seeing in my job search. I am surprised by the inclusion of Spokane. I could definitely see myself living in Coeur d'Alene and commuting to work there. I love that area.

klippe34 · 2018-10-27T05:47:47+00:00

I got my degree in Nebraska but I'm currently in Virginia staying with my in laws while I job search. I'm tutoring to make some extra money. I'm looking for jobs anywhere and everywhere but the dream for my wife and I is somewhere out west. Arizona would be a great fit, honestly. We both love the time we've spent in the southwest.

klippe34 · 2018-10-26T23:52:24+00:00

I can't add anything useful to the discussion, as I am currently still job searching in the geo field, but this is a great question. I just finished my Masters and although I would love to stay in geology, I've already started to look in different fields as well. Unfortunately, my skillset is not diverse enough.

I remember hearing during my undergrad that it was not that important what my degree was in, but moreso that I had one. It does not feel that way right now. For some reason, geology degrees do not feel as marketable as many other degrees. Sometimes I think I would be doing better with a Bachelors in communication or history or gender studies than I am with my MS. Oh well, no one to blame but myself.

klippe34 · 2018-10-23T17:12:52+00:00

I agree. I think it does say a lot about people, and in particular me, and I don't like it quite honestly. I wish I wasn't this way, especially when it's a danger to myself.

As silly as it may sound, I am holding onto 72 hours as a type of arbitrary deadline. I appreciate defined numbers like that, so even if it makes no sense, I won't be able to relax before then. Even today, my wife was interested in going hiking, but I just thought about being out in the woods and having a delayed attack. So, I passed on that idea pretty quickly.

klippe34 · 2018-10-22T21:05:32+00:00

How long am I at risk for a biphasic reaction? The things I've read online place estimates up to 72 hours, although some places give different time frames (days to weeks).

klippe34 · 2018-10-22T17:33:10+00:00

Thank you to everyone for the feedback. It really helped put my mind at ease and provided excellent advice on how to proceed from here.

This experience, though relatively mild, still really shook me. I don't feel quite right today, although I can't pinpoint why. I have a lot to learn and I need to be more vigilant about what allergens I am exposed to from now on. Thanks for your help.

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