Breelyn Swagerty
Windsor,CO
Summary
Experienced Field Research Assistant and recent graduate with background in collecting, analyzing and interpreting field data. Showcasing strong analytical skills, adept at using scientific methodologies and techniques pertinent to field research tasks. Excel in time management, adaptability, and teamwork to achieve project goals. Possess strong communication skills essential for coordinating with team members, following regulatory compliance guidelines and conveying research findings clearly.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Barista
Scooter's Coffee
Greeley, CO
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Created a positive environment and provided excellent customer service.
- Trained new baristas on coffee-making techniques, customer service standards, and operational procedures.
- Assisted the manager with inventory, money handling, advertising, and team building.
Field Research Assistant
University Of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Set up various plot survey types for data collection.
- Collaborated with supervisors to obtain research permits in Colorado, RMNP, and Pikes Peak.
- Conducted plant species counts, collections, and identification; included work in a herbarium.
- Utilized GPS and mapping programs such as Gia GPS, Avenza Maps, and ArcGIS Field Maps to set up plot locations.
- Organized and maintained research documents, records, and reports using Microsoft Office.
- Utilized computer programs such as SPSS, ImageJ, and Excel to analyze data sets.
- Delivered research findings in presentations at conferences.
- 10+ hour field days with extensive hiking.
- Set up, calibrated, and maintained laboratory and field research equipment.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Undergraduate Student Researcher
University Of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Learned multiple lab techniques and employed specific options based on requirements of projects and testing goals.
- Trained others on proper lab procedures and research techniques.
- Conducted individual research on the role of reduced arbuscular mycorrhization 2 (ram 2) in pea-aphid plant interactions.
- Collaborated with others on research dealing with biofertilizers and their effects on parasites and pests, like nematodes and aphids.
- Analyzed data with software packages such as SPSS and Excel.
- Comprising research grant proposals, I successfully received full funding.
- Recorded and developed reports on data collected from studies.
- Prepared and presented academic papers and abstracts.
- Presented experimental findings in presentations with graphs, charts and other visual aids.
- Set up, maintained, and programmed equipment such as growth chambers, greenhouses, and lab equipment for soil analysis.
Pathway Advising Ambassador
Aims Community College
Windsor, CO
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Set up and held appointments with students on college admittance and course selection.
- Adhered to FERPA guidelines, provided effective customer service, and answered and conducted phone calls, emails, and messages.
- Utilized Microsoft Office programs daily.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology: Ecology And Evolution
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO12-2024
Associate of Arts - Exercise Science
Aims Community College
Greeley, CO05-2022
Skills
- Ecology
- Environmental Field and Lab Research
- Broad knowledge of various ecosystems
- Plant taxonomy and identification
- ArcGIS and GPS training
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Data analysis using various software programs
- Environmental reporting
- Soil sampling
- Vegetation monitoring
- Grant and proposal writing
- Strong technical and scientific writing skills
- Strong interpersonal communication
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Great attention to detail and organization
- Quick learner, highly motivated
Further Experience & Volunteer Work
- Investigating Red Feather Lakes USNFS seeded site restoration attempt [Currently working on data analysis and manuscript in collaboration with professor from UNC]
- Caring For Our Watersheds-Colorado Poudre Learning Center [Jan 2025]
- UNCO Ecology Poster Conference [April 2023, April 2024, Dec 2024]
- Red Feather Lakes USNFS seeded sites Plant Survey/Collection [Sep 2024]
- Colorado Natural Heritage Shack West BioBlitzes 2024 [June 2024]
- Research Day College of Natural Health Sciences Poster Conference [April 2023]
- Academic Year 22-23 Mentorship Program UNC [Oct 2022-Sep 2023]
Supporting Courses
- ArcGis and GPS
- Environmental Politics and Law
- Conservation Biology
- Scientific Communication
- Survey of Fish, Amphibians & Reptiles
- Parasitology
- Plant Systematics
- Directed study of Alpine Ecotone Traits
- Directed Study Functional Analysis
Awards
- Graduate Summa Cum Laude [University of Northern Colorado and Aims Community College]
- Summer 2023 Office of Undergraduate Research Grant
- NHS CAP Undergraduate Research Grant
- University of Northern Colorado Dean's List
- Distinguished Scholar/ Academic Excellence Award
Timeline
Field Research Assistant
University Of Northern Colorado
05.2024 - 10.2024
Lead Barista
Scooter's Coffee
05.2023 - 12.2024
Undergraduate Student Researcher
University Of Northern Colorado
01.2023 - 01.2024
Pathway Advising Ambassador
Aims Community College
01.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology: Ecology And Evolution
University of Northern Colorado
Associate of Arts - Exercise Science
Aims Community College
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