Verity Normington Fgsaust.

Verity Normington FGSAust. has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. They are currently working at Geoscience Australia as an Executive Officer in the Office of the Chief Scientist. Prior to this, they served as an acting Executive Officer in the Place and Communities Division and as a Module Leader.

Verity also worked at the Geological Society of Australia as an Honorary National Treasurer, managing financial responsibilities. They were also a member of the Early Career Geoscientist Advisory Panel.

In addition, Verity has experience in policy work, having worked as a Policy Officer and Science Policy Fellow at the Attorney-General's Department. They were responsible for developing and implementing policies in various areas.

Verity's commitment to promoting women in STEM is evident through their role as a Superstar of STEM at Science & Technology Australia. They aimed to challenge gender assumptions and increase visibility of women in STEM fields.

Prior to these roles, Verity worked as a Project Geologist at the Northern Territory Geological Survey, where they conducted research on basin architecture and the depositional history of the Amadeus Basin.

Verity began their career as a PHD Candidate and Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator at the University of Adelaide, where they gained knowledge and experience in geology.

They have also worked as a Senior Geologist at Cameco Corporation and as a Graduate and Cadet Geologist at DMITRE, previously known as PIRSA, for the Government of South Australia.

Before pursuing a career in geology, Verity had retail experience as a Checkout Supervisor, Relief Store Support Manager, Checkout Manager, and Service Assistant at Coles.

Overall, Verity Normington FGSAust. has a strong background in geology, policy development, and STEM advocacy.

Verity Normington FGSAust. holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Geology, which they obtained from the University of Adelaide from 2010 to 2018. Prior to that, they completed their Bachelor of Science (BSc) Hons degree in Geology/Environmental Geology at the same university in 2009. In 2004, Verity earned their Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Environmental Geoscience, also from the University of Adelaide.