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Work History
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Bjorn Thune-Larsen

Bjorn Thune-Larsen

Researcher
Fort Collins,Colorado

Summary

Passionate and excited scientist, with fervent drive to explore and understand biological systems in the most efficient yet challenging way. Known for creativity and adaptability, bringing a dynamic approach to research, the laboratory, and personal endeavors, applying knowledge and skill perennially.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Research and Development Assistant

Impello Biosciences
05.2023 - 11.2023
  • Assumed responsibility for a wide range of diverse horticultural experiments, involving a massive variety of plants, designed for scouting, and comparing of microbes and effected plant metrics
  • Surgically demonstrated technique and efficiency within the lab working on DNA sequencing, experimental development, and bacterial growth
  • Accrued and analyzed data from both horticultural and laboratory experiments to drive innovation and contribute to product development.

Production and Research Assistant

Boulder Mushroom
05.2022 - 09.2022
  • Researched and cultivated fresh medicinal and gourmet mushrooms.
  • Enhanced proficiency within the art of tissue culture, liquid culture, and fungal physiology.
  • Aided with field research on mycological soil remediation.
  • Synthesized tinctures and worked on the marketing of both fresh product and tinctures.

Customer Service/Horticulturist

Gulley's Greenhouse
06.2021 - 11.2021
  • Performed production tasks such as timely propagation and transplanting ensuring goals are met
  • Motivated and mentored my coworkers to improve efficiency and to foster a shared commitment to cultivating and educating people about plants and plant systems
  • Responded intelligently and confidently to questions regarding trees, flowers, houseplants, microbiomes, pests, and fertilizers, demonstrating proper social skills and inviting behavior.

Expo/Lead Cook/Shift Lead

Mod Pizza
08.2018 - 07.2020
  • Crafted, inspected, and expedited consumables while seamlessly managing multiple positions
  • Executed quick and efficient assembly of thoughts, allowing creative freedom to flow naturally
  • Managed individual timing and quality of each order coming to fruition.

Education

B.S in Horticulture - Controlled Environments

Colorado State University
Fort Collins
05.2023

Skills

  • Project management
  • Research methodologies
  • Organizational skills
  • Industry knowledge
  • Time management
  • Laboratory skills
  • Conflict resolution
  • Data Collection
  • Product development
  • Decision making

Practicum & Internship Experience

Fall 2021 & Spring 2022

CSU Horticulture Practicum –

Floriculture & Hydroponics

  • Utilized and strengthened horticultural skills in cultivation of Poinsettias.
  • Managed NFT and DWC hydroponic systems, producing greens for the CSU dining service.
  • Learned the intricacies of greenhouse management in multiple systems and seasons.


May 2022 – September 2022

CSU Extension Internship –

Agrivoltaics & Green Roof Science

  • Studied the relationship between solar panels and horticultural science.
  • Conducted research on extensive amounts of variables related to plant growth and photometrics.
  • Applied innovative thinking to three different research projects pertaining to green roof science.

Primary Interests

  • Soil Microbiology
  • Horticulture
  • Mycology

Timeline

Research and Development Assistant

Impello Biosciences
05.2023 - 11.2023

Production and Research Assistant

Boulder Mushroom
05.2022 - 09.2022

Customer Service/Horticulturist

Gulley's Greenhouse
06.2021 - 11.2021

Expo/Lead Cook/Shift Lead

Mod Pizza
08.2018 - 07.2020

B.S in Horticulture - Controlled Environments

Colorado State University

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