Jefferson Williams

Jefferson Williams is a Geoscientist, GIS Developer, and Co-Owner of SuperSonic Geophysical, a company specializing in borehole geophysics and acoustic well log analysis. He has extensive experience in the field, having worked in various capacities related to geophysical surveys and GIS applications for over three decades.

Professional Background

• SuperSonic Geophysical (June 1999 - Present): As a co-owner, he focuses on processing and analyzing acoustic well logs, algorithm development, and the creation of GIS applications.

• Independent Researcher: Since January 1999, Williams has conducted research in geomythology, focusing on ancient texts to reconstruct seismic history, particularly of the Dead Sea Transform during the Holocene. His research encompasses paleoseismology, sedimentology, and other related fields.

• U.S. Census Bureau (September 2018 - August 2021): He served as a GIS Analyst/Geographer, where he performed GIS analysis for the 2020 census, creating maps and streamlining workflows.

• Previous Roles: Williams has held various positions in geophysical services across multiple countries, including Venezuela, Argentina, Nigeria, and Egypt. His work has involved managing field surveys and developing applications for visualizing subsurface data.

Education and Skills

Williams is skilled in using tools such as ESRI products (ArcMap), Google Earth, QGIS, Python, and MS Office applications. He also has a background in dramatic arts from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts.

Overall, Jefferson Williams combines his expertise in geoscience with advanced GIS skills to contribute significantly to his field through both practical applications and research initiatives.12