Leslie Tsen Email & Phone Number

Petaling Jaya, My

Selangor, Malaysia

• Co-manage and lead a $326,951 public outreach project aims to increase the awareness and change the behavior of stakeholders in selling, prescribing and recommending Threatened and Protected species in the Traditional Chinese Medicine industry in Malaysia (primary target audience: TCM practitioners and traders, secondary target audience: the public)• Implement and support a $426,026 project aims to establish an effective stockpile management system in Malaysia for a Critically Endangered (CR) species (focal collaborator: Department of Wildlife and National Park Peninsular Malaysia - PERHILITAN)• Conduct desk-based and field researches to document and quantify the use of wildlife species in the local industry

Malaysia

• Uniting experts in natural sciences throughout Southeast Asia• Providing a platform for individuals with interests in natural sciences to connect with mentors and other like-minded individuals• Broadcasting events and updates for conservation organizations and niche naturalist groups• Shining a light on the biodiversity of underappreciated and overlooked micro-animals• Making aware the necessity to recognize, support, and incentivize organizations that are involved in natural sciences, including individuals who wish to pursue a career in these fields

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory Of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

• Vetted for brand compliance, developed and edited all communication pieces for the Learning & Development (L&D) team, including event banners, training materials, PowerPoint template decks, appreciation cards, certificates, animated videos, and live-action videos using diverse software type, including Vyond, Filmora, Canvas, Articulate 360, and other text-to-speech software • Trained, inducted, and managed two other instructional designers• Hosted and facilitated numerous online event/training sessions for department managers, L&D staff, and customer support representatives on various programs, including the Learning Fiesta, new-hire onboarding sessions, brand compliance training, and others• Managed, planned and developed the schedule and contents for the new-hire onboarding session, including the PowerPoint decks for soft skill, technical skill, communication skill, and English skill training, various instructional videos and communication pieces• Successfully hosted three Webhelp's L&D quarterly townhall via effective liaision and coordination with higher management and all personnel to ensure smooth execution which led to the recipient of an L&D Appreciation Award

Selangor, Malaysia

[Academic Writing]• Drafted, developed and implemented pedagogically-structured learning modules using instructional design frameworks• Educated learners from primary and secondary school as well as adult learners to recognize the importance of conservation and environmental protection• Adopted creative writing techniques and utilize multimedia to transform technical academic content into engaging e-learning materials• Developed training content and instructional materials for staff and client training• Written learning modules are currently featured by Petrosains, The Discovery Center and Hong Kong Telecommunications (HKT)*Specialization: Ecology, evolutionary biology, natural history, environmental science[Research & Development in EdTech]• Researched into existing e-learning platforms and liaise with the tech team to set up the requirement and enhancement benchmark for our systems (CMS, LMS and mobile learning platform)• Written user manuals and conduct workshops to train internal staff and clients (schools/corporations) • Researched and adopted latest pedagogical methodologies to enhance writing standard• Researched across several syllabi (e.g., ICGSE, IB, HK curriculum, Malaysian general syllabus, etc) to produce academic contents that can be linked to specific places of interest around the globe

MPOC And PERHILITAN Joining Hands To Save The Malayan Tiger

Sabah, Malaysia

[Education / Product Writing & Editing]• Reviewed research journals, scientific databases and consulted with department experts to write scientifically-accurate, educational articles on animal-related topics• Reinitiated the Edu-reading corner through the publication of 50+ articles using interactive HTML• Worked closely with graphic designers and a front-end developer to create users tutorials and advertising banners, to draft work protocols and emails, and to improve the user interface of our web pages[Online Representative]• Provided consultation to clients on product and animal-related concerns• Liaised between the company and clients to address complaints, file claims, as well as to deal with shipment and product issues• Managed sales order and coordinated with logistic team to ensure sales go smoothly

Working Remotely

• Translated product information, consignment policy, and web content with close to 40000 English words to Mandarin characters in 5 days• Provided follow-up technical support to assist web owner in listing new products

Nj, United States

• Conducted a meta-analysis on the roost use preferences of White-nose affected bats• Collected and analyzed data from scientific journals and government reports using various science-based search engines (e.g., Science Direct, PLOS, Web of Science, etc) • Transcribed research findings into a poster, which was subsequently presented to professionals in the conservation and wildlife management field at the 72nd Annual Northeast Fish & Wildlife Conference (NEAFWA) held in Annapolis, Maryland• Received a full sponsorship from Rutgers to attend the event

Nj, United States

• Responsible for bat house installation on pole mounts and tree mounts in addition to setting up exclusion nets in agricultural farms and housings to mitigate human-wildlife conflict• Improved public awareness about the importance of bat conservation and provided consultation to homeowners regarding guano issues

Nj, United States

• Utilized protocol-based mist-netting and performed acoustic monitoring to collect population data on the endangered Northern Long-eared bats (Myotis septentrionalis)• Attached minute radio-transmitter to bats and utilized radio-telemetry to track them to maternity roosts at various sites

Rutgers Ecological Preserve

• Researched and implemented vernal pool creation and restoration protocols to establish seasonal breeding grounds for native amphibians and aquatic insects• Replaced worn out tarps and trimmed excessive vegetation across several plots• Conducted forest sampling and utilized bioindicators to assess stream quality

Palisades Forest View Trail, Closter, Nj 07624

• Worked with Dr. Mick Valent and his research team to collect field data on the state listed Neotoma magister, endangered due to declining habitat• Exercised safety protocols while working on the steep taluses of Palisades forest view trail• Learned and practiced the proper protocols to handle woodrats and set up life traps• Produced a management plan to restore woodrats population in New Jersey

B.S. Ecology, Evolution And Natural Resources - Wildlife Conservation, 3.619/4.000 (Cum Laude Honor)

Activities and Societies: Member of the Wildlife Society Student Chapter

Pure Science - Biology/Biological Sciences Branch, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Academic Credits Transferred To Rutgers University

Activities and Societies: Member of the American Top University Student Association (ATUSA)