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Autumn Freer

Boise,ID
Autumn Freer

Summary

Detail-oriented Research Assistant with hands-on experience performing clerical and laboratory work to advance research goals. Drives team success with expertise in data review, reporting and specimen handling. Specializes in environmental sustainability.

Dedicated professional skillful in sample collection, data recording and instrument calibration. Resourceful and adaptable individual with extensive experience developing and conducting experiments to document results for studies. Comfortable handling complex issues, meeting strict deadlines and adjusting to rapidly changing conditions.

Detail-oriented manager and team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

21
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Self-employeed

AJF Hemp Consultancy
01.2017 - Current

Job overview

  • Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced agriculture and biomass waste environment.
  • Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis with growers and farmers.
  • Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
  • Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
  • Prepared materials for reports, presentations, education, and system operations.
  • Worked with principal scientists to coordinate qualitative research into hemp, cannabis, and waste management solutions.
  • Demonstrated strong writing skills to generate original correspondence and reports.
  • Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
  • Validated incoming data to check information accuracy and integrity while independently locating and correcting concerns.
  • Performed EM technology, soil health experiments and research technology on documented findings.
  • Supported research and development efforts to create new products, equipment and processes.

Self-employeed

Freer Organics
02.2004 - 11.2015

Job overview

  • Selected and purchased supplies and equipment such as seed, farm machinery and livestock.
  • Visited fields and urban landscapes regularly to inspect and estimate maturity dates of crops or turf grass, damage due to weather, insects, mold, bacteria, and over all soil health.
  • Created farm and landscape strategies to maximize production and convert both farm and urban landscapes to sustainable standards.
  • Administered and created organic fertilizers
  • Implemented and marketing of fertilizer products.
  • Established and constructed vermicomposting and bokashi facilities to develop fertilizers that provide long term soil fertility.
  • Coordinated and developed a food waste management program within the city of Boise and surrounding areas.
  • Performed organic fertilizer spraying for farms, trees, and turf grass applications.
  • developed and delivered system operation programs to conventional and start up farms.
  • Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance and minimizing waste.
  • Spearheaded efficiency improvements targeted on optimizing crop production and exceeding financial targets.
  • Maintained optimal health of each plant by monitoring water pH, using organic methods and applying relevant chemicals based on specifications for specific plants or customers.
  • Placed supply orders, restocked supplies and merchandised products for purchase by customers.
  • Oversaw cultivation and harvesting in various crops each year.
  • Managed operational records, administrative needs and marketing plans to promote business and strengthen revenue streams.
  • Handled complex and urgent customer concerns calmly to maximize satisfaction and enhance loyalty.
  • Wrote and improved SOPs to maintain consistency across shifts and work areas.

Self-employeed

Diamonds Landscape & Design
01.2002 - 01.2006

Job overview

  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding and general clean-up.
  • Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
  • Landscaped yards by planting flowers, grass, trees and bushes.
  • Mowed lawns using self-propelled and riding mowers.
  • Designed and installed both hard and soft landscapes for residential and commerical properties.
  • Hired and managed work crews.
  • Performed bids and created job proposals.
  • Drove marketing efforts to acquire new business.
  • Management of business financial records and employee payroll accounts.
  • Maintained a high level of customer service.

Education

Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR

Bachelor of Science from Environmental Science
06.2001

University Overview

Lane Community College
Eugene, OR

BBA from Horticulture
06.2000

University Overview

Skills

  • Analyzing and Synthesizing Data
  • Running Experiments
  • Chemical and Molecular Analysis
  • Pollution Prevention
  • Public Presentations
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Lab Operations
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Routine Testing
  • Project Planning
  • Research Project Design
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Field Data Collection
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Data Collation
  • Experiment Protocol Development
  • Collaborative Leadership
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Community Outreach
  • Inventory and Supply Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Data Extraction
  • Inspect Material
  • Biology
  • Agronomy
  • Project Management
  • Report Development
  • Recording Survey Measurements

Certification

Dr. Elaine's Soil Food Web School Certificate


International Biochar Initiative Certification

Timeline

AJF Hemp Consultancy
Self-employeed
01.2017 - Current
Freer Organics
Self-employeed
02.2004 - 11.2015
Diamonds Landscape & Design
Self-employeed
01.2002 - 01.2006
Oregon State University
Bachelor of Science from Environmental Science
Lane Community College
BBA from Horticulture

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