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Email Verified Aspiron Kussita
Member since August 23, 2026

BSc Applied Geologist | Researcher in Tectonometamorphic Evolution & Geochronology | Seeking PhD Position

I am an Applied Geologist with a Bachelor of Science degree from Arba Minch University (2011), specializing in structural geology, petrology, and field mapping. My academic and research experience includes geological mapping, mineral exploration, quarry site investigation, and geochemical data analysis. My final-year thesis, “Siutabe Quarry Site Investigation for Construction Material Around Arba Minch Town,” reflects my commitment to applied geosciences and sustainable resource utilization. I have co-authored a research publication in the prestigious journal Precambrian Research (2021), titled “Tectonometamorphic evolution and U–Pb dating of the high-grade Hammar Domain (Southern Ethiopian Shield); implications for the East-African Orogeny,” which explores the structural and geochronological evolution of the Ethiopian Shield. Beyond geology, I am also an author, having published “Tiny is a Way to Wealthy” on Amazon KDP, a book that reflects my interest in financial literacy and personal development. I am passionate about integrating scientific inquiry with practical solutions and am currently seeking opportunities for advanced research (MSc/PhD) or professional roles in geosciences where I can contribute to exploration, environmental sustainability, and knowledge dissemination.

81

Bachelor GPA (%)

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Master GPA (%)

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English Score

1

Conferences

14

Academic gap years

2

Publications

30.9

a-index (PhD)

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a-index (master)

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Educations

Education
Arba Minch University
Overall GPA (%):  81

List of Publications (Papers, Book Chapters, Reviews, etc.)

Tectonometamorphic evolution and U–Pb dating of the high-grade Hammar Domain (Southern Ethiopian Shield); implications for the East-African Orogeny

Tint is a way to wealthy

List of Conference/Congress/Symposium Attendance

  • Environmental Issue (2018)

  • Global Environmental Governance and the Development and Protection of Africa

  • Oral Presentation

Work Experience(s)

Exploration Geologist and Consultant

  •  FE Construction plc
  •  Jun 2024 - Aug 2026

Teaching Experience(s)

Structural Geology, Petrologies, Eng'g geology,...

  •  Arba Minch University
  •  Sep 2011 - Aug 2026

Lecturer in Applied Geology at Arba Minch University since 2015, delivering courses at both undergraduate and graduate (MSc) levels. At the MSc level, I teach Advanced Structural Geology and Advanced Crystallography & Mineral Optics. At the BSc level, I teach Crystallography & Mineral Optics, Structural Geology, Petrology (Igneous & Metamorphic), Mineralogy, Sedimentology & Stratigraphy, and Engineering Geology. My responsibilities include preparing and delivering lectures, designing practical laboratory sessions (including polarizing microscope training for mineral identification and optical mineralogy), supervising field mapping exercises, and leading geological field trips. I develop course materials, examinations, and grading rubrics, and supervise undergraduate theses and MSc research projects. I actively contribute to curriculum development and quality assurance within the Department of Geology, and integrate my ongoing PhD research on the tectonometamorphic evolution of the Ethiopian Shield into my teaching to bridge theory with current geoscientific advancements.