Robert Ellis
September 10, 2009 – Geosoft is delighted to announce that Dr. Robert Ellis has joined Geosoft as Senior Scientist, Earth Modelling. Dr. Ellis will support the advancement of Geosoft earth modelling capabilities.
With a Ph.D. and B.Sc. (Hons.) in Theoretical Physics from the University of Melbourne, Dr. Ellis is recognized as an industry leader in the application of geophysics to the modelling of the properties of the earth. Most recently, he was a Principal Geophysicist/Global Practice Leader for BHP Billiton where he worked on the development of practical modelling applications to support BHP’s global exploration activities. Prior to joining BHP Billiton, Dr. Ellis was a founding member of the UBC Geophysical Inversion Facility.
In his new role with Geosoft, Dr. Ellis will work closely with the Geosoft modelling team to lead the development of geophysical inversion capabilities in support of resource exploration.