Deric Sharpless
Pensacola
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemical Lab Technician
Ascend Performance Materials
Cantonment
08.2021 - Current
- Conducted diverse instrumental and wet chemical analyses to ensure accurate results
- Experienced and qualified to operate all four areas of the lab effectively.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to achieve lab objectives
- Ensured cleanliness and organization in workspaces to support safe and efficient lab operations
- Ability to troubleshoot
- Time management and organization
- Written and oral communications
Waterfowl Survey Research Team Leader
UWF
11.2020 - 02.2023
- Conducted surveys at 30 locations from Orange Beach to Santa Rosa County, contributing to regional waterfowl population assessments.
- Identified waterfowl species from distances exceeding 500 yards across diverse environments, enhancing identification skills for field research.
- Proficient with field equipment such as Kestrel weather meters, binoculars, and spotting scopes
- Collaborated with U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service on waterfowl research initiatives, supporting conservation efforts.
Gopher Tortoise Survey Research Team Member
UWF
07.2020 - 09.2022
- Identified previously unknown burrows to enhance understanding of species distribution.
- Safely relocated Keystone species to restore ecological balance.
- Assessed threats and effects of habitat management to inform restoration strategies.
- Operated sensitive field equipment to collect accurate data during research projects.
Everglades Apple Snail Research Team Lead
UF
04.2019 - 04.2021
- Executed field work with precision
- Operated hands-on equipment effectively
- Demonstrated excellent hand-eye coordination in tasks
- Developed aquatic motor skills for airboat operation
Bob White Quail Survey Research Team Member
Conecuh National Forest & De Soto National Forest
11.2018 - 07.2020
- Conducted field surveys to gather ecological data, contributing to conservation efforts in national forest areas
- Executed navigation techniques across vast terrain, ensuring accurate route planning for efficient data collection
- Identified flora and fauna
- Practiced active listening during covey calls, promoting effective communication and understanding among team members
Education
Bachelor of Science - General Biology
University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL12.2019
Skills
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Detailed and Accurate
- Time Management and Organization
- Strategic Planning
- Fosters Teamwork
References
- Phil Darby, Ph.D., Professor, Department of Biology, University of West Florida, 850-474-2647, Pdarby@uwf.edu
- Kenneth Meyer, Ph.D., Executive Director, Avian Research and Conservation Institute, Associate Professor, Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, University of Florida, 352-514-5606, Meyer@arcinst.org
- Rob Holbrook, Assistant Coordinator, East Gulf Coastal Plain Joint Venture, 251-441-5830, Rob_holbrook@fws.gov
Timeline
Chemical Lab Technician
Ascend Performance Materials
08.2021 - Current
Waterfowl Survey Research Team Leader
UWF
11.2020 - 02.2023
Gopher Tortoise Survey Research Team Member
UWF
07.2020 - 09.2022
Everglades Apple Snail Research Team Lead
UF
04.2019 - 04.2021
Bob White Quail Survey Research Team Member
Conecuh National Forest & De Soto National Forest
11.2018 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - General Biology
University of West Florida