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Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

As a Field and Data Technician at the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) I provided support to numerous field-based research projects and the development of watershed plans.- I led or assisted with the set-up and maintenance of field equipment including, wetland monitoring wells, data loggers in wetlands and streams, and camera traps within ecopassages or along roadways.- I completed ongoing data compilation, QA/QC, and analysis for research projects related to wetland… Show more As a Field and Data Technician at the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) I provided support to numerous field-based research projects and the development of watershed plans.- I led or assisted with the set-up and maintenance of field equipment including, wetland monitoring wells, data loggers in wetlands and streams, and camera traps within ecopassages or along roadways.- I completed ongoing data compilation, QA/QC, and analysis for research projects related to wetland water balance, the effects of stormwater on streams, road ecology and species movement studies, vernal pool mapping, headwater drainage feature assessments, aquatic habitat assessments and more.- I produced high-quality written technical reports related to projects mentioned above, which involved clearly and concisely explaining study objectives, methods, results, and the significance to the research question.- I gained experience presenting research to a larger research team and receiving questions or feedback.- Developed strong proficiency in MS Office, ArcGIS, and R Statistical Software. Show less

Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

As an intern in the Research and Knowledge Management group (now Ecosystem and Climate Science) at TRCA, I contributed to an ongoing Wetlands Water Balance study by conducting literature reviews, assisting with fieldwork in stream and wetland sites, and compiling and analyzing data. This internship provided me with fieldwork experience in aquatic environments, and allowed me to improve my proficiency in MS Excel and R Statistical Software, as well as my written communication… Show more As an intern in the Research and Knowledge Management group (now Ecosystem and Climate Science) at TRCA, I contributed to an ongoing Wetlands Water Balance study by conducting literature reviews, assisting with fieldwork in stream and wetland sites, and compiling and analyzing data. This internship provided me with fieldwork experience in aquatic environments, and allowed me to improve my proficiency in MS Excel and R Statistical Software, as well as my written communication skills.Position Overview:- I completed two literature reviews, which summarized recent studies on 1) wetland hydroperiods and their effect on the wetlands' ecological functions and 2) wetlands climatic vulnerability assessments- I assisted with fieldwork installing temperature data loggers in a stream as a part of a stormwater pond management project, and compiled initial data into Excel spreadsheets.- I assisted with fieldwork measuring water levels at a network of wetland sites, compiled data and applied basic statistical analyses to compare hydroperiod metrics among different wetland community types Show less

Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Developed problem-solving and interpersonal skills while interacting with customers and being prepared to solve their questions and concerns in a courteous mannerShowed initiative while working in the Garden Centre by learning on the job about the characteristics of different plant species and related products, to be able to communicate professionally with customers

Master Of Environmental Science, Conservation And Biodiversity

Through the Master of Environmental Science program: - I gained an understanding of hydrological processes and the effects that land use.

Bachelor Of Science In Environmental Sciences, Ecology

My experience throughout my degree provided me with extensive knowledge of many facets of environmental science including the applications.

Exchange Semester Abroad, Ecology

Spent a semester abroad at James Cook University in Townsville, Australia as a part of my Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences.