Ava Johnson
Missoula,MT
Summary
Collaborative Biological Science Technician provides superb support to scientists by performing lab tests and experiments. Adept at setting up and maintaining lab equipment and collecting data, organizing, proofing, and analyzing data. Knowledge of and experience with computer software.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Biological Science Technician
National Park Service
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Managed the Golden Eagle (GOEA) monitoring project for Glacier National Park (GNP).
- Boosted team efficiency by organizing, analyzing and proofing project data.
- Coordinated logistics for multiple projects.
- Collaborated with other technicians, employees and volunteers to collect accurate data.
- Review, analyze, and compile data using excel and GIS.
- Developed graphic representations of geospatial data.
Biological Science Technician
University Of Wyoming
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Conducted trapping for bats to assist with graduate research on roosting habits of bats.
- Placed acoustic detectors at multiple sites and managed data organization. Upload of data and entry, as well as proofing for statistical analysis.
- Analyzed acoustic data utilizing kaleidoscope software.
GIS Technician
Missoula County
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Created effective maps, charts and other images based on project-specific requirements.
- Increased productivity, accuracy and efficiency while reducing delays and eliminating errors during data upload procedures.
- Leveraged skills in modeling, rendering and plotting to visually represent geospatial data.
- Mapped and edited parcels and data to reflect subdivision changes from legal descriptions and plats.
Biological Science Technician
Catalina Island Conservancy
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Conducted Catalina Island Fox trapping for vaccination and health check study.
- Monitored wildlife using radio telemetry.
- Conducted data entry and proofing for weekly trapping data.
- Conducted population analysis on collected data utilizing project specific software.
- Conducted analysis of bat acoustic data using Sonobat software.
Biological Science Technician
US Fish And Wildlife Service
05.2020 - 10.2020
- Organized and analyze GPS data through ArcGIS Pro including developing a time series/spatial analysis for a disturbance project.
- Designed and implemented a research study in coordination with the New Mexico Ecological Services Field Office.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Conservation
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05.2020
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Results Analysis
- Excellent Researching Skills
- ArcGIS Pro
- Data Entry and Proofing
- Report Writing and statistical analysis
- Biological Sample Organization and Management
- DNA/RNA extraction, PCR
Timeline
Biological Science Technician
National Park Service
04.2023 - 10.2023
GIS Technician
Missoula County
08.2022 - 04.2023
Biological Science Technician
University Of Wyoming
05.2022 - 08.2023
Biological Science Technician
Catalina Island Conservancy
10.2021 - 02.2022
Biological Science Technician
US Fish And Wildlife Service
05.2020 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Conservation
Virginia Tech