Ariel Lopez

Ariel Lopez is an experienced professional with a robust background in science operations and system support, currently serving as the GS Science Operations Specialist Manager at Gemini Observatory since February 2008. Previous roles include GS Lead System Support Associate and System Support Associate at the same organization, as well as Telescope and Instrument Operator at the European Southern Observatory from April 1999 to January 2008. Ariel holds a Master's degree in Ciencias sociales y economicas from Universidad de La Serena and has completed Project Management Training through Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile in 2018. Additionally, Ariel earned a degree in Ingeniero Civil Electronico from Universidad de Concepción, where studies were completed from 1987 to 1994.