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Degreed Scientific Specialist focused on providing customer support and data analysis to internal/external users, including: providing data research and support to conservationists while a principal investigator of herpetofauna research projects, utilizing exceptional communication/ analysis skills and presenting findings to researchers/public to assist conservation initiatives; providing support and an educational visitor experience through positive, informative interactions with the visitors as a Herpetology and Aquatics Keeper at the Saint Louis Zoo; also providing careful observation of specimens in the collection and their environment; employing various technical programs for efficient data recording, support and monitoring. Achieved a degree in Biology with completion of Biology, molecular cell biology, genetics, plant biology, vertebrate histology, ecology, statistics (experimental design and analysis), physics, and chemistry, with a strong focus in laboratory study. Prior technical experience includes: learning and supporting others with an internal software system at the Saint Louis Zoo as well as during independent scientific research examining the movement patterns and habitat selection of timber rattlesnakes, Osage copperheads and Armenian vipers in human modified habitats. Extensive experience with data collection, manipulation using MS Excel and Access, data analysis, synthesis and presentation utilizing ArcGIS 9.x. Strong organizational skills, written and oral communication skills, and problem solving skills. Proven attitude and aptitude for learning and applying new technologies. Self-starter with the ability to work on a team or as an individual.

Listed skills include Conservation Issues, Zoo, Animal Husbandry, Research, and 10 others.

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  Keeper

  Saint Louis Zoo

  May 2005 - Present - Saint Louis Zoo - Herpetarium

  Primary responsibility to provide optimal care of a diverse herpetological collection by maintaining a successful team environment though communication and cooperation. Created a positive visitor experience to spread zoo conservation message through interaction with public. Trained coworkers and superiors on new computer technology, i.e. TRACKS and ZIMS collection information management systems. Valued for my innovative cost-effective solutions to new technical and physical challenges, i.e. implementing a web-based temperature monitoring and alarm system to increase safety and reliability.