Resume
Work Experience
Curriculum Vitae
Resume
Nov 2018 - Present
Acoustics Research Assistant Beaufort, NC
CSS-Dynamac Inc.
NOAA National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science
Worked with
Projects:
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Stereo Camera image analysis
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Multibeam acoustic mapping
July 2018 - Oct 2018
July 2018 - Oct 2018
Biological Scientist St. Petersburg, FL
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commision
Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
Biological Scientist St. Petersburg, FL
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commision
Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
Worked with the Molluscan fisheries group on various projects to monitor the density, reproductive capacity and restoration of Bay Scallops along Florida's west coast and panhandle.
Projects:
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Scallop Density Surveys
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Scallop gonad analysis for reproductive staging
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Maintained scallop restoration cages
Worked with the Molluscan fisheries group on various projects to monitor the density, reproductive capacity and restoration of Bay Scallops along Florida's west coast and panhandle.
Projects:
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Scallop Density Surveys
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Scallop gonad analysis for reproductive staging
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Maintained scallop restoration cages
May 2016 -
July 2018
Biological Scientist II Marathon, FL
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commision
Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
Worked with the Restoration Ecology team on various projects to help to restore a degraded coral reef and tropical bay ecosystems. Coordinated studies on various aspects of marine tropical ecology.
Projects:
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Staghorn Coral (Acropora cervicornis) Nursary, Outplanting and Monitoring
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Orange Cup Coral Surveys, Settlement Experiments
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Coralivore Experiments
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Diadema Surveys and Larval Settlement Monitoring
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Coral Disease Monitoring and Sampling
Jan 2016 - Present
Divemaster Marathon, FL
Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center
Provided diving and snorkeling expertise for a wide variety of customers during dive or snorkel expeditions. Helped to maintain boats and diving equipment.
Aug 2013 -
Dec 2015
Graduate Research Assistant Brownsville, TX
Unversity of Texas Rio Grande Valley
I completed my masters thesis on “Validating side scan sonar as a fish survey tool.” I gained experience maintaining research vessels, managing aquaria, scuba diving, wiring devices and creating new technology protocols. I also developed skills in using bioacoustics techniques.
Feb-Aug 2013
Marine Science Educator Wallops Island, VA
Chincoteague Bay Field Station
I worked with learners of all levels, including K-12 students, college students, and adult learners. Managed aquaria and field equipment. Acquired boat crew and boat safety skills. Group leadership in laboratory and field settings, and marine husbandry experience.
June-Aug 2012
Summer Camp Intern Wallops Island, VA
Chincoteague Bay Field Station
I coordinated student activities for ages 5-18 year olds and assisted in field logistics for camps. Designed an 8 weeklong citizen science project for students to participate in. Also planned and executed an intensive Budding Marine Biologists Camp for 10-12 year olds.
Sept 2009-
May 2012
Undergraduate Research Assitant University Park, PA
Pennsylvania State University
Member of Jennifer Miksis-Olds Bioacoustics Laboratory. Projects included active acoustic monitoring of fish movements in a local lake and vertical analysis of biota under a seasonal ice sheet in the Bering Sea.
Jan-May 2012
Teaching Assistant University Park, PA
Pennsylvania State University
Assisted Dr. Tim White and Dr. Rob Crane in instructing the Science Diving Program’s Coral Reefs Systems course and NAUI Basic Scuba course. Assisted with the SCUBA gear related issues, led dive teams, and coordinated scientific surveys of the reefs. Provided fish and invertebrate species identification.
May-Sept 2010
Habitat Management Intern Pleasant Gap, PA
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
Member of the Lake Habitat Management Section. Duties included preparing for and participating in field work, analyzing hydroacoustic data, and general office work.
Sept 2012 -
Feb 2013
Summers: 2011,
2009, 2007
Machine Operator York, PA
Marine Tech Wire and Cable
Oversaw aspects of assembly process for multiconductor cables. Duties included efficiently operating multiple machines specializing in twisting, taping and sealing wire and cable, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and coordinating product output within a team.
Certifications/Honors
Scientific Diver– AAUS
Divemaster - PADI
Boating Safety – PA Fish and Boat Commission
Rescue Scuba Certified – NAUI
Nitrox Scuba Certified ‐ NAUI
Advanced Scuba Certified – NAUI
Student Transportation Award, Acoustical Society of America (2015)
Student Travel Award - Gulf Estuarine Research Society (2014)
Travel Assistantship - SeaBASS, Bioacoustics Summer School (2014)
Penn State Science Diving Success Story
Undergraduate Research Exposition Award – Acoustical Society of America, San Diego Meeting (2011)
Eagle Scout
First Aid/CPR/AED ‐ NAUI
Oxygen Administration - NAUI
Teaching Assistant - NAUI
Deep Diver – NAUI
Skills
Scuba Diving
Small Boat Operation
Managing Aquaria
Soldering
Low Voltage Electrical
Envionmental Education
Programs
R
SPSS
ArcGIS
Adobe Creative Suite
ImageJ
Python
Microsoft Office
Activities
Marathon Ultimate Frisbee
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Coordinator (2017)
RiSA – Rio Grande Science and Art Festival
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Exhibitor Coordinator (2015)
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Community Days Planning Committee (2014)
Brownsville Ultimate Frisbee
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Founder (Spring 2013)
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President (Fall 2013 – Present)
UTB Restoration Ecology Club
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Webmaster (Fall 2013 – Spring 2014)
Wallops Island Ultimate
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Founder (Summer 2013)
Penn State Marine Science Society
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President: (Fall 2011 - Spring2012)
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Vice President: (Fall 2009 – Spring 2010; Fall 2010)
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Member (Fall 2008 – Spring 2012)
Penn State Club Ultimate Frisbee
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B-team Co-Captain: (Fall 2010)
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Player: (Fall 2009 – Spring 2012)