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Yassine Benkandil

Hamilton,ON

Summary

Detail-oriented Environmental Scientist and Geoscientist-In-Training (Ontario P.Geo) with a strong background in environmental chemistry, GIS work, and data analysis. Skilled in laboratory research, field sampling, and geospatial modeling, with a proven ability to communicate complex scientific findings through teaching, professional presentations, and written reports. Experienced with utilizing EPA analytical chemistry methods, operating advanced instrumentation, and producing high quality technical reports.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Graduate Researcher

McMaster University
09.2023 - 09.2025
  • Conducted thorough background research on topics relevant to my thesis in environmental organic chemistry
  • Performed laboratory extractions and analyses on various soil and sediment samples
  • Expanded professional network by attending workshops, conferences, and seminars related to my field of study.
  • Presented findings at two academic conferences, promoting knowledge sharing within the scientific community.

Graduate Teaching Assistant

McMaster University
09.2023 - 04.2025
  • Supported 3 courses (Intro to GIS, Data Analysis, and Intro to Geochemistry) teaching 40+ students per term through lab sessions and tutorials
  • Graded assignments, providing detailed feedback, and improving student comprehension and performance
  • Demonstrated and trained students in fundamentals of ArcGIS Pro, coding, and geochemistry

Undergraduate Research Assistant

McMaster University
05.2022 - 09.2022
  • Conducted research on legacy contaminants for undergraduate thesis; assisted on graduate level projects
  • Applied EPA extraction methods on 12 soil and sediment samples to quantify 3 main contaminants
  • Helped maintain and operate analytical instruments
  • Produced detailed reports and lab records, contributing to data interpretation

Education

M.Sc. - Environmental Sciences (Thesis Based)

McMaster University
Hamilton, ON
09.2025

Bachelor of Science - Earth And Environmental Science

McMaster University
Hamilton, ON
04-2023

Skills

  • ArcGIS Pro (advanced) and ModelBuilder
  • Python Scripting for ArcGIS
  • ENVI
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Spatial Statistics (in R)
  • Chemometrics
  • EPA Extraction Methods, and Analytical Chemistry Techniques
  • GC-MS, HP-LC, GC-FID, QA/QC

Timeline

Graduate Researcher

McMaster University
09.2023 - 09.2025

Graduate Teaching Assistant

McMaster University
09.2023 - 04.2025

Undergraduate Research Assistant

McMaster University
05.2022 - 09.2022

M.Sc. - Environmental Sciences (Thesis Based)

McMaster University

Bachelor of Science - Earth And Environmental Science

McMaster University

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