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Responsible for executing continental-scale, standardized protocols involving terrestrial, aquatic and instrumentation systems, with the objective of contributing to an open-access database aimed at providing scientists, educators, and government officials with the necessary data to inform questions regarding changes in the environment and its influence on species ecology. This includes, utilization of software and established templates for data quality checks, training and managing technicians on taxonomic-specific SOPs, research on sampling design and synthesis of informative presentations for public outreach, and organization of sample shipments for lab analysis.

Sample processing for small mammal and invertebrate protocols, utilization of taxonomic keys for identification of vertebrate and invertebrate species, data collection, management and entry into Fulcrum applications

Responsible for evaluating gas concentrations of EPA concern at energy powerplants with the purpose of assessing air quality compliance. Additionally, I assisted with engineering performance tests for powerplant operation efficiency. Daily tasks included execution of 10+ promulgated EPA test methods, periodic calibrations, onsite installation and troubleshooting of instrumentation, project proposal and protocol reviews, data entry and preemptive analysis for test reports. Within the lab setting, I was tasked with preparation and recovery of samples, using volumetric and gravimetric measurements for analysis, inventory management of consumables, chemicals, and equipment.

Responsible for training office attendees, led and organized belay workshops and conducted periodic belay tests, maintained and monitored climbing-gear inventory, assisted with route setting, coordinated with partnering attendant to balance office and belay duties, practiced vigilance to ensure safety of visitors

Surveyed visitors to better understand usage of provided amenities with the goal of optimizing coastal reserve funding and accessibility of resources, assisted with data entry and analysis for human dimensions and environmental economics research study, compiled data reports for efficacy evaluation.