Anna Horn
Selinsgrove,PA
Summary
Eager and hardworking undergraduate student with hands-on experience in aquatic ecology, microecology, and amphibian ecology. Skilled at workload management and known to have a swift capacity and desire to learn.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Student Research Assistant
Holt Lab, Susquehanna University
Selinsgrove, PA
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Enhanced research quality by collecting water and plankton samples effectively.
- Conducted phytoplankton identification and counts using microscopy techniques.
- Initiated nutrient concentration analysis using spectrophotometry in Holt Lab studies.
- Collaborated with team members to compile and analyze data using statistical software.
Volunteer - SPARCnet Salamander Processing
Susquehanna University
Selinsgrove, PA
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted in specimen collection and return at salamander cover board plots
- Processed specimens by recording measurements
- Marked specimens with Visible Implant Elastomer (VIE)
- Communicated with fellow volunteers and professor to establish procedure and record data
Counselor - Stream Ecology Institute
Susquehanna University
Selinsgrove, PA
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Enhanced student engagement through leading daily lectures and ecological sampling.
- Fostered communication by supervising recreational activities for student interaction.
- Facilitated data interpretation skills, aiding students in effective results communication.
- Supported children of various ages and developmental levels in learning activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Ecology
Susquehanna University
Selinsgrove, PA05-2026
Skills
- Phytoplankton and zooplankton identification
- Microscopy
- Water quality testing using YSI multimeter, water chemistry, macroinvertebrate sampling, and plankton sampling
- ArcGIS Pro
- Wetland delineation
- Data analysis (Excel)
- Proficiency in Microsoft products (Word, Powerpoint, etc)
- Environmental education of high school aged students
- Collaboration with peers in data collection and report writing
- Rapid adaptability to new techniques
- Ability to thrive with minimal direct supervision/management
Timeline
Counselor - Stream Ecology Institute
Susquehanna University
07.2025 - 07.2025
Undergraduate Student Research Assistant
Holt Lab, Susquehanna University
06.2025 - 08.2025
Volunteer - SPARCnet Salamander Processing
Susquehanna University
10.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Ecology
Susquehanna University