James Bryce
Edmonton,Alberta
Summary
Proven achiever in environmental conservation, with notable experience at Operation Wallacea, where I led marine research and educational initiatives. Skilled in wildlife monitoring, I've significantly contributed to long-term ecological studies and conservation strategies. My dedication to conservation and education has empowered students and teams to excel in critical environmental projects.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Environmental Education Intern
International Field Studies
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Led land and marine trips focused on the ecology of the local area.
- Led dives as a Dive Master and helped with open water courses.
- Gave educational lectures to groups spanning many age ranges
- Helped with station work and maintenance around station
Scientific Dive/snorkel Team
Operation Wallacea
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Led team of undergrad and master students on turtle and seagrass data collection.
- Helped with scheduling and managing students time with data collection and input
- Led snorkel trips teaching different survey techniques and skills for reef ecology
Animal Care Attendant
West Edmonton Mall, Marine Life Aquarium
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Provided compassionate care for animals, ensuring their physical and emotional well-being
- Promoted a safe environment for both staff and animals by adhering to established safety protocols and procedures.
- Worked as part of dive staff responsible for in tank maintenance and cleaning.
- Provided educational talks to public to educate on animal and conservation
Marine Invertebrates Scientist
Operation Wallacea
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Led marine focused trips teaching students about ocean conservation and ecology.
- Taught students survey techniques including benthic belt transects and random point count survey for coral health
- Collected data that will be used in long term data sets for institute of marine research in Norway
Research Assistant
Operation Wallacea
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Performed marine surveys including seagrass quadrat surveys, transect point surveys on sea turtles and tourist, and ethograms on sea turtles and tourist.
- Expanded and updated turtle ID database from photo ID
- Worked as a team to collect data with other undergrad research assistants and dissertation students
Labourer
City of Edmonton, Fleet Services
05.2018 - 06.2021
- IExpanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
- Independently completed work managing own time and workload to above expected quality
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Concordia University of Edmonton
Edmonton, AB04.2022
Skills
- Wildlife monitoring
- Invasive Species Control
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Excellent Communication
- Outdoor Education
Certification
- First aid/CPR
- Wilderness first Aid
- PADI Divemaster
- SSI visual inspection certification
Timeline
Environmental Education Intern
International Field Studies
10.2023 - 08.2024
Scientific Dive/snorkel Team
Operation Wallacea
06.2023 - 08.2023
Animal Care Attendant
West Edmonton Mall, Marine Life Aquarium
09.2022 - 06.2023
Marine Invertebrates Scientist
Operation Wallacea
06.2022 - 08.2022
Research Assistant
Operation Wallacea
06.2021 - 08.2021
Labourer
City of Edmonton, Fleet Services
05.2018 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Concordia University of Edmonton
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