Carlos Alberto Carmona-Suárez
North Brunswick,USA
Summary
I am a skilled professor and scientific researcher with over 35 years of experience at leading Venezuelan academic institutions, teaching students across various academic levels. My expertise lies in the ecology and taxonomy of tropical marine brachyuran crabs, with more than 25 publications in international peer-reviewed scientific journals. I possess excellent skills in statistical analysis, marine biodiversity data management (including GBIF and OBIS), word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, image processing, and video editing. Additionally, I have extensive experience working collaboratively in team environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Researcher III-3
Venezuelan Institute for Scientific Research (IVIC)
07.1998 - 09.2012
- Authored and co-authored peer-reviewed publications, showcasing the team''s scientific contributions.
- Maintained detailed records of experiments and findings in accordance with organizational guidelines, enabling easy reference for future studies or reports.
- Conducted statistical analyses to validate hypotheses and draw meaningful conclusions from data sets.
- Established strong working relationships with external collaborators to facilitate knowledge exchange.
- Managed laboratory resources effectively, ensuring proper maintenance and availability of equipment.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to address complex research questions.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities such as training courses and seminars, staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field.
- Participated in regular progress meetings, providing updates on project status and addressing any concerns or obstacles encountered during the research process.
- Presented research findings at conferences, increasing visibility of the organization''s work.
- Adhered strictly to ethical guidelines while handling sensitive information or conducting experiments involving human subjects or animals.
- Contributed to grant writing efforts, securing funding for critical research projects.
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
- Wrote research papers, reports, reviews, and summaries regarding [Area of expertise].
- Interpreted data analysis results to draw inferences and conclusions.
- Performed research into study topics to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.
- Determined areas of research to increase knowledge in particular field.
- Developed data collection strategies and monitored data quality for optimal research results.
- Developed research proposals, identified research objectives and created research plans.
- Synthesized data and wrote detailed reports to present research findings to stakeholders.
- Sorted data into well-organized formats and transformed into figures.
- Analyzed and interpreted patterns and trends.
- Utilized statistical packages to analyze data and create visualizations.
- Worked as member of integrated project team in highly collaborative work environment.
- Performed accurate quantitative analysis of targeted data research, collection and report preparation.
- Conducted document review, organization and quality control of data acquisition to draw relevant conclusions and direct research activities.
- Learned new laboratory techniques and applied expertise in carrying out enhanced experiments under supervision of senior lab members.
- Reviewed technical and professional publications and journals to stay current on recent literature and make more strategic research decisions.
- Utilized technology to track movement of species across oceans and land masses.
Education
High School Diploma -
Colegio Los Rosales
Caracas, Venezuela07.1969
Skills
- Freelance translator (Spanish-English, English-Spanish)
- Scientific Writing
- Qualitative Research
- Data Interpretation
- Quantitative Research
- Experimental design
- Survey Design
- Strong Work Ethic
- Critical Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Data collection and organization
- Research presentation
- Sample Processing
- Documentation And Reporting
- Qualitative and Quantitative Research
- MS Office
- Interpreting Results
- File Management
- Data Analysis
- Fieldwork experience
- Research Planning
- Managing the Darwin Core Standard for biodiversity data
- Statistical software
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote)
- Using ultrasonic biotelemetric equipment for small marine animals
- Graphic and image manipulation software (Lightroom, IrfanView, PaintNet)
- Video editing software (Shotcut, OpenShot, Avidemux)
- Amateur photographer with works presented in various nationwide exhibitions
- Data Compilation
- Experiment Design
- Proposal Preparation
- Documentation expertise
- Research grants
- Knowledge Sharing
- Validation Testing
- User Experience
- Statistical Methodologies
- Methodology Selection
- Best Practices
- Digital Research Tools
- Data Graphics
- Data Synthesis
- Analytical Thinking
- MS Excel
- Data Collection
- Course Planning
- Laboratory Management
- Equipment Maintenance
- Report Writing
- Internet Research
- Deadline Adherence
- Scientific Method
- Qualitative Analysis
- Paper Proofreading
- Report Preparation
- Quantitative Analysis
- Laboratory Studies
- Survey Collection
- Report Generation
Websites
www.researchgate.net/profile/Carlos_Carmona-Suarez, https://oceanexpert.org/expert/carloscarmona, https://orcid.org/my-orcid?orcid=0000-0001-9644-392X, 6508018024, https://youpic.com/CarlosCarmonaSuarez
Area Discipline
Zoology, marine ecology, ecology of brachyuran crustacea, taxonomy of majid and portunid crabs.
Last Job
Associate Researcher III-3, Venezuelan Institute for Scientific Research (IVIC), 07/1998, 09/2012
University Studies
University of Vienna, Vienna (Austria), 1974-1984, Ph.D. in Zoology, Marine biology
Subjects Taught
- Marine biology
- Marine ecology
- Reproduction and ontogeny
- Ecology and wildlife
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Ecology and natural resources
- Degree seminar
- Natural resources and development of marine areas
- Tropical marine-coastal ecology
- Marine resources: uses and problems
- Reef management
- Invasive marine species
- Coastal management
- Non-invasive and non-destructive sampling for population studies
Papers Presented
18, 17
Research Lines
- Biology and Ecology of Brachyuran Crustaceans of the Majidae, Portunidae and Gecarcinidae Families
- Taxonomy of brachyuran crustaceans of the Majidae and Portunidae families
- Experimental Aquaculture of Soft-Shell Crabs of the Genus Callinectes
- Characterization of marine-coastal ecosystems
Peer Review
42, 8
Distinctions
- FONACIT Researcher Promotion Program (Venezuela), Level I Researcher, 1992 - 1994, 2003 - 2009
- FONACIT Researcher Promotion Program (Venezuela), Level II Researcher, 2009 - 2010
- Research Stimulus Program (Venezuela), Level B, 03/2011 - 2013
Curriculum Updated
05/2024
Position Held
- Invited researcher, Museum of Natural History, Paris, France, 02/2013 - 03/2013
- Invited researcher, University of Regensburg, Regensburg, Germany, 06/2012
- Researcher, Center of Ecology- Venezuelan Institute for Scientific Research, Venezuela, 07/1998 - 09/2012
- Professor-Researcher, Universidad Francisco de Miranda, Venezuela, 1986 - 07/1998
- Head of the Marine Research Center (CIMAR), Universidad Francisco de Miranda, Venezuela, 01/1993 - 10/1994
- Professor, Universidad de Oriente, Campus Nueva Esparta, Venezuela, 1985 - 1986
Alternative Email
carlos_carmona3@hotmail.com
Publications
26, 2, 7, 1
Affiliations
- Sociedad Venezolana de Ecología
- Asociación Venezolana para el Avance de la Ciencia
- Fundación Científica Los Roques
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
German
Full Professional
Italian
Professional Working
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Associate Researcher III-3
Venezuelan Institute for Scientific Research (IVIC)
07.1998 - 09.2012
High School Diploma -
Colegio Los Rosales
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