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Chelsea McDonald

College Station,TX

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Texas A&M Department of Geology and Geophysics
College Station, Texas
07.2023 - Current
  • Analyzed core samples for planktonic foraminifera which will be further tested for levels of strontium to recreate the strontium curve
  • Operated laboratory equipment such as a microscope, analytical weighing balance, and dehydrator in accordance with safety guidelines
  • Maintained detailed records of all laboratory activities, including test results and instrument calibrations

JODIES Resolution Academy Participant

International Ocean Discovery Program
02.2023 - 02.2023
  • Sailed on expedition 398p which transited from Heraklion, Greece to Tarragona, Spain
  • Gained experience in science communication by creating an educational video about the JODIES Resolution for the NASA Astrobiology page on Youtube
  • Collaborated with various scientists aboard the ship and maintained a peaceful decorum for the duration of the expedition

Program Assistant

The Second National Conference: Justice in Geoscience
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Facilitated the creation of media graphics to thank our sponsors via Twitter
  • Conducted preliminary research and documentation for future reference
  • Developed reports summarizing program outcomes for keynote speakers and participants

Research Assistant

Texas A&M Department of Geology and Geophysics
College Station, Texas
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Assisted in the implementation of All Aboard, a diversity and inclusion-focused geosciences professional development program
  • Managed content for Twitter to publicize our mission by creating 50+ posts
  • Successfully advertised our efforts to discuss global issues, tools to combat lack of representation; along with resources to communicate and support students post-graduation

Early Career Workshop Participant

International Ocean Discovery Program
College Station, Texas
08.2023 - 08.2023
  • Learned how to access the IODP core repository database for future research purposes
  • Engaged in critical discussions about how to advance scientific ocean drilling for the next generation of scientists
  • Broadened network of professionals in various stages of their careers

Conference Participant

National Association of Black Geoscientist
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Commissioned to represent and promote the JODIES Resolution Academy by presenting in a poster session
  • Attended conferences for two consecutive years and presented undergraduate research findings from All-ABOARD
  • Provided onsite support during the conference by facilitating guest speakers ensuring the smooth running of all activities as planned

Education

B.S. Geology -

Texas A&M University
12.2023

Skills

  • ArcGIS
  • ENVI 5
  • Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Hydrology
  • Remote Sensing
  • Field Camp

Timeline

Early Career Workshop Participant

International Ocean Discovery Program
08.2023 - 08.2023

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Texas A&M Department of Geology and Geophysics
07.2023 - Current

JODIES Resolution Academy Participant

International Ocean Discovery Program
02.2023 - 02.2023

Conference Participant

National Association of Black Geoscientist
09.2022 - 09.2023

Program Assistant

The Second National Conference: Justice in Geoscience
06.2022 - 08.2022

Research Assistant

Texas A&M Department of Geology and Geophysics
08.2021 - 08.2022

B.S. Geology -

Texas A&M University

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