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- Conducted transect surveys for a specific nongame species.- Collected specimens for necropsy and DNA testing.- Conducted vegetation plot surveys.- Cared for animals in quarantine.- Assisted in capture, mark and recapture

- Performed routine analyses of milk and fluid milk products for fat, protein, solids, lactose, milk urea and nitrogen in the laboratory.- Used analytical wet chemistry, ether extraction, Kjeldahl analysis, enzymatic assays, direct microscopic counts, flow cytometry, and infrared spectroscopy methods to determine milk content.- Analyzed data using spreadsheet and graphical analysis to produce test reports.- Performed routine laboratory tasks necessary for the preparation and shipment of control milk standards used for checking the accuracy of infrared milk analyzers.- Visited farms, dairy plants, milk hauler facilities and stores to obtain supplies of milk and milk samples.- Participated in the quality management system.- Maintained dairy lab equipment in an orderly, safe laboratory environment.

• Set-up, calibrate and operate laboratory equipment and instruments• Participated in internal and external quality audits• Execute laboratory remodel and manage budget for the project• Manage quality incidents• Communicate laboratory results to onsite management• Maintain ISO 9001:2015 procedures• Perform and maintain daily, monthly, and annual calibrations • Solely responsible for loading and analyzing material in the X-Ray Diffractometer• Maintain laboratory budgets• Coordinate external calibrate and PM services• Send Certificates of Analysis to customers• Conduct all testing of ore and waste during the mining campaigns, which includes sending out samples to external labs for additional testing

• Characterization of immune responses via specialized techniques • Fc Array using Luminex FlexMap 3D instrument • ADA Assay to determine drug antibody response • Maintain laboratory and equipment in accordance with Good Clinical Laboratory Practices (GCLP)

-Organized, cataloged, and inspected sera library containing over 100,000 samples. Reviewed data for accuracy and made corrections when necessary in Excel and Access databases.-Worked closely with state biologists across 20 states to make necessary corrections in MIS.-Shipped serum when needed for collaborative research, and coordinated incoming shipments of sera. -Monitored freezers and conducted regular maintenance for safe and effective storage of sera from each state participating in NRMP.-Attended the National Rabies Management Program Internal Meeting in February of 2020 and March of 2021. Co-lead a workshop in 2020 on differences in personality types and how to improve communication between them for the NRMP Internal Meeting.-Served as the chair representing the National Rabies Management Program in the Women of Wildlife Services group, which involved organizing monthly events and educational programs for other WS employees.-Participated in monthly and weekly NRMP team meetings.

-Administered camera traps and bait tubes for the Enhanced Feral Swine Surveillance Project, and entered data into Access and Excel databases. Also mapped camera locations on Google Earth.-Independently conducted integrated bird harassment programs at landfills. -Participated in removal of wildlife at airports using methods such as live-mammal trapping, and aided in relocation of birds of prey. -Provided technical assistance to New Hampshire residents and property owners, and communicated wildlife mitigation plans both written and orally. -Collaboratively worked with state agencies for damage management using integrated wildlife management strategies. -Provided public outreach on prevention, and on reduction of negative human-wildlife interactions. Assisted district supervisor in expanding the cooperator list for outreach on enhanced rabies surveillance. -Assisted the Disease Biologist in capturing and swabbing dabbling ducks for Avian Influenza testing-Aided New Hampshire Fish and Game in banding Canada Geese-Utilized organizational skills to create Microsoft Excel databases for various wildlife damage projects. -Used open-source GIS (Google Earth) for remote sensing. -Submitted routine reports of daily activity, observations, and other relevant data in MIS and the Deer Bear Moose databases. -Participated in the oral rabies vaccine drops in Barre, Vermont with a team of other biologists in August 2019 and 2020. -Conducted roadkill surveys as part of enhanced rabies surveillance, and assisted in pulling brainstems from roadkill specimens. -Aided in habitat restoration for the endangered Karner Blue Butterfly.-Helped with administrative duties such as organizing and filing records and answering phones.

Used a photoacoustic spectroscopy gas analyzer to collect greenhouse gas emissions from soil to determine if different fertilizing practices contributed more of less to climate change. Conducted a literature review using NVivo on adaptive and mitigative agricultural management practices, and assisted supervisor in organizing and creating a new database. Used drones to collect remotely sensed imagery data and atmospheric data. Used Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Powerpoint to present data.

Conducted a literature review on the use of live mammals in educational programs, compiled the data and distributed to the Vermont Fish and Game Department. Transcribed interviews used to complete graduate projects, using Express Scribe software. Participated in weekly lab meetings in which graduate students, undergraduates and the professor work-shopped graduate manuscripts and brainstormed new topics of research.

• Evaluated and graded assignments for over 130 students over the course of the semester• Supervised make-up exam times

Worked alongside science center naturalist supervising children summer camp programs (ages 3-12).Specialized in the natural history of 6 animals within a week to do 20-minute educational public presentations on with the live animal.Assisted naturalists on outreach programs or projects.Implemented behavioral enrichment activities to promote mental stimulation for animals in captivity.Collaborated with other caretakers to develop individualized care plans for each animal based on their specific needs.Maintained accurate records of animal health, behavior observations, and any treatments administered.Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of animal behavior, handling techniques, and species-specific care requirements.Maintained clean and sanitary living environments for animals by regularly cleaning cages, enclosures, and play areas.Monitored animal behavior and reported any changes or concerns to supervisors.

Responsible for care and feeding of sled dog team of 21 huskies. Oversaw non-training exercise sessions. Assisted in fall training and with winter tours with clients. Designed an independent project monitoring behavior changes and genetic traits in a litter of 9 puppies.

Maintained the park and trails using mechanical tools including lawn-mowers, weed-whackers, and a Gator for raking the beach. Worked independently. Provided general customer service.

This job included typical administrative duties such as answering phones, filing, routine typing and data entry, photocopying, and other duties as needed.

Obtained results for various graduate student projects, ranging from identifying alleles of bacteria using Geneious software to exploring Bovine Mastitis epidemiology. Executed Polymerase Chain Reactions and DNA Electrophoreses independently. Entered data into programs such as Microsoft Excel. Performed general lab maintenance including filling pipette tip boxes, and organizing freezers for effective storage.

Responsibilities included greeting customers, operating the cash register, and caring for the store animals, ranging from cats to reptiles.

Responsibilities include customer service, cashier, preparing and delivering catering, opening and closing the store, assisting in production of product, preparing store for inspection and assisting in managing seasonal employees during the holidays.