OBED FIIFI FYNN

Dr. Obed Fiifi Fynn is a Lecturer and Research Coordinator in the Department of Geospatial Sciences at the University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR) in Sunyani, Ghana. He concurrently serves as the department’s Examination Officer and Seminar & Outreach Coordinator. Additionally, he has served as a Research Scientist attached to the Groundwater Division of the Water Research Institute of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR-WRI), bridging the gap between academia and applied geoscientific research.
Dr. Fynn’s academic journey began with a B.Sc. in Earth Science from the University for Development Studies, Navrongo (2011), followed by an M.Phil. in Geology (2014) and a Ph.D. in Earth Science (2020), both from the University of Ghana, Legon. His doctoral research specialized in the integration of hydrogeology, numerical modeling, and remote sensing. This background established him as a results-focused professional with expertise in data driven geoscientific inquiry, climate change adaptation, and hydrochemical analysis. Complementing his technical skills, he is a certified Project Management professional, having obtained a credential from the Geological Society of South Africa in 2020. This qualification equips him with the strategic and organizational skills necessary to lead complex initiatives and stakeholder engagements effectively.
Dr. Fynn’s career is defined by a unique synergy between rigorous scientific research, academic leadership, and field-based consultancy. As a Lecturer at UENR, he teaches a diverse range of courses in Geospatial Science and has supervised numerous graduate and undergraduate theses. He also played a pivotal role in curriculum development, including the creation of innovative B.Sc., M.Phil., and Ph.D. programs in GeoHealth, a direct intersection of earth sciences and public health as well as a B.Sc. program in Geology. His administrative acumen is further demonstrated through his service as the Department's Research Coordinator, where he actively develops research strategies.