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Belmont, Nc, Us

Dissertation focused on conservation genetics and population genomics of wild birds of prey. Designed and implemented a scientific study using whole-genome sequencing culminating in three dissertation chapters Organized genetic samples across multiple species resulting in the creation of hundreds of gigabytes of sequencing data Presented complex findings to a variety of audiences including at international conferences, to the public, and to government conservation… Show more Dissertation focused on conservation genetics and population genomics of wild birds of prey. Designed and implemented a scientific study using whole-genome sequencing culminating in three dissertation chapters Organized genetic samples across multiple species resulting in the creation of hundreds of gigabytes of sequencing data Presented complex findings to a variety of audiences including at international conferences, to the public, and to government conservation managers Published results in peer-reviewed journals Managed multiple research projects while also employed as a teaching assistant Initiated and maintained productive collaborations across institutions Show less

Davis, California, United States

 Classes taught: Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity and the Tree of Life, Ethics of Animal Use, Introduction to Companion Animal Biology, Care and Management of Companion AnimalsDuties:  Communicated complex topics to students in lab sections and discussions weekly. Provided both oral and written feedback on assignments and exams.  Taught effective communication skills and successful public speaking strategies to over 400 students.

Manzano, New Mexico

Trapped, measured, and banded migrating raptors during the 2014 fall migration. Supervised a team of 5 biological technicians in the collection of scientific data over a period of 4 months. Organized data and finances, provided skill-based training, and facilitated communication between technicians and supervisors. Provided an inclusive and welcoming environment.

Marin County, Ca

Monitored Northern Spotted Owls throughout Marin County. Job included assessing Spotted Owl occupancy, nesting status, and reproductive success at historical sites through night, daytime, and pre-dawn surveys. I have experience looking for color bands, playing recorded calls, watching nests through binoculars and spotting scopes, and using a GPS and compass to locate owls. I also spent time in the office entering data in to Microsoft Access, scanning old data in to online database, and making… Show more Monitored Northern Spotted Owls throughout Marin County. Job included assessing Spotted Owl occupancy, nesting status, and reproductive success at historical sites through night, daytime, and pre-dawn surveys. I have experience looking for color bands, playing recorded calls, watching nests through binoculars and spotting scopes, and using a GPS and compass to locate owls. I also spent time in the office entering data in to Microsoft Access, scanning old data in to online database, and making maps in ArcView. Show less

Marin Headlands, Ca

Assisted staff and volunteers in collecting and analyzing raptor migration data. Experience includes identifying and counting migrating raptors using binoculars and spotting scopes, banding and measuring captured raptors, net extractions including mist nets, dho-gazzas, and bow nets, blood sampling of hawks, caring for lure birds, entering data into Microsoft Access, and assisting in other office duties as needed.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Ecology

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Wildlife Biology

Activities and Societies: Alpha Zeta Honors Society for Agriculture and Natural Resources