Nicholas Ambruz
About Nicholas Ambruz
Nicholas Ambruz is a geophysicist currently employed at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) since 2021, where he provides data analysis and visualization services. He holds a Master's degree in Applied Mathematics from the University of Colorado Boulder and has previous experience in seismology research and software design.
Work at U.S. Geological Survey
Nicholas Ambruz has been employed at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) since 2021 as a Geophysicist. In this role, he provides data analysis and visualization services, contributing to the agency's mission of understanding natural resources and hazards. Prior to his current position, he worked as an Independent Contractor at USGS from 2017 to 2019, where he focused on various geophysical projects. Additionally, he served as a Student Trainee at USGS starting in 2020, gaining valuable experience in the field.
Education and Expertise
Nicholas Ambruz holds a Master's degree in Applied Mathematics from the University of Colorado Boulder, which he completed from 2019 to 2021. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and Earth and Planetary Sciences from Northwestern University, studying there from 2013 to 2017. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in mathematical principles, essential for his work in geophysics and data analysis.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining USGS, Nicholas Ambruz worked in various roles that contributed to his expertise in geophysics and education. He was a Seismology Researcher at Northwestern University from 2015 to 2017, where he engaged in research related to seismic activities. He also worked as a Software Design Engineer at Apogee Engineering, LLC from 2019 to 2020. Earlier in his career, he served as an SAT Mathematics Tutor at Let's Get Ready for a brief period in 2014.
Data Analysis and Quality Control Development
In his current role at the U.S. Geological Survey, Nicholas Ambruz develops automatically-generated quality control reports for the USGS earthquake detection and location systems. This work involves analyzing data to ensure the accuracy and reliability of seismic information, which is critical for understanding and responding to earthquake events.