Jonathan R Green
Ojochal
Summary
Marine scientist with extensive experience in conservation and project management. Leadership of international multidisciplinary teams, successful funding acquisition, and strategic partnerships to foster impactful marine conservation initiatives. Fluent in English, Spanish, and French, with demonstrated expertise in stakeholder engagement and environmental policy advocacy.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Science
Galapagos Whale Shark Project
Pto. Ayora, Isla Sta. Cruz
2005.12 - Current
- Https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7671-6716
- Led scientific research initiatives on whale shark behavior and ecology.
- Collaborated with international researchers on conservation strategies and data analysis.
- Advocated for marine conservation policies to local government and stakeholders.
- Established partnerships with organizations to enhance project visibility and support initiatives.
- Managed project logistics, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
Expedition Leader / Expedition Guide
Wilderness Travel / G Adventures / Antarctica 21
1989.11 - Current
- Led scientific and commercial expeditions to remote areas, enhancing understanding of ecological and cultural significance.
- Managed teams of up to 32 members on polar vessels for landings and off-ship activities, optimizing operational effectiveness.
- Conducted risk assessments in extreme environments, ensuring safety in polar bear habitats and underwater areas.
- Working with Indigenous communities to promote sustainable practices
Naturalist / Dive Guide
PN Galapagos
Pto. Ayora, Isla Sta. Cruz
1988.09 - Current
- Led guided tours that showcased unique ecosystems and wildlife, enhancing visitor appreciation for natural environments.
- Educated visitors on conservation practices and sustainable tourism.
- Collaborated with local communities to promote environmental awareness.
- Assisted in wildlife monitoring and habitat restoration projects.
- Participated in research initiatives to support biodiversity efforts.
- Organized and executed events focused on nature issues and environmental topics, raising awareness and securing sponsorships for conservation initiatives.
Science Advisor
Turtle Island Restoration Network
Olema
2012.08 - 2021.12
- Https://seaturtles.org/
- Conducted research on endangered species and developed techniques for non-invasive procedures for satellite tagging
- Collaborated with local organizations to promote conservation efforts.
- Delivered presentations and talks for local organizations to educate the community
Narrator / Producer / Presenter
TeleAmazonas
Quito
2007.10 - 2014.12
- Filmed and narrated wildlife and cultural documentary material, enhancing viewer engagement through compelling storytelling.
- Recorded high-quality voiceovers using audio equipment, contributing to polished final productions.
- Collaborated with production teams to align narration with visual content.
- Collaborated with producers and directors to maintain high recording standards, ensuring alignment with project vision.
- Assisted with post production for airing on national and international TV
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geol/Geog, Earth Sciences and Physical Geography
University of North London
1984-01
Skills
- Scientific research
- Environmental compliance
- Marine conservation
- Data analysis
- Project management
- Risk assessment
- Expedition Leadership
- Logistics Coordination
- Diving
- Dive Guiding
- Powerboating
- Naturalist Skills
- Wilderness First Aid
- Rifle Handling
Affiliations
- Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society of London, 01/01/89
- Science Advisor Turtle Island Restoration Network, 01/01/13, Current, https://seaturtles.org/
- Orcid Research - Director of Science, Galapagos Whale Shark Project, 01/01/18, Current, https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7671-6716
Certification
- BSAC 3rd Level Advanced Open Water Diver, 01/01/83
- BSAC with RNLI Small Boat Handler's License, 01/01/83
- PADI Dive Master, 01/01/03, Current
- ITLS Wilderness First Aid, 01/01/18
- Powerboat license - RIB Master 15 m Powerboat II (IYT), 01/01/21
Personal Information
Title: Whale Shark Researcher / Expedition Leader
Publications
- Galapagos Ocean, Earth, Wind & Fire, Hardcover Photography Book, 1st Edition, 01/01/02
- Galapagos, Hardcover Photography Book, Jorge Anhalzer, 01/01/11
- Whale Sharks, Biology, Ecology and Conservation, Chapter 11, 01/01/21
Languages
- English, Native
- Spanish, Fluent
- French, Fluent
- German, Basic
Research Publications
- Ana M. M. Sequeira et al., Global tracking of marine megafauna space use reveals how to achieve conservation targets, Science, 388, 1086-1097, 01/01/25, 10.1126/science.adl0239
- Womersley F… Hearn AR et al., Identifying priority sites for whale shark ship collision management globally, Science of the Total Environment, 934, 172776, 01/01/24
- Matsumoto R, Murakumo K, Nozu R, Acuña-Marrero D, Green J, Pierce SJ, Rohner C, Reyes H, Green SM, Dove ADM, Torres ML & AR Hearn, Underwater ultrasonography and blood sampling provide the first observations of reproductive biology in free-swimming whale sharks, Endang Species Res, 50, 125-131, 01/01/23
- Green, S., Hearn, A. and Green, J., Species associated with whale sharks Rhincodon typus (Orectolobiformes, Rhincodontidae) in the Galapagos Archipelago, Biodiversity Data Journal, 11, e97864, 01/01/23
- Araujo, G., Agustines, A., Bach, S.S., Cochran, J.E., de la Parra-Galván, E., De La Parra, R., Diamant, S., Dove, A., Fox, S., Graham, R., Green, S.M., Hearn A.R., et al, Improving sightings-derived residency estimation for whale shark aggregations: a novel metric applied to a global data set, Frontiers in Marine Science, 1339, 01/01/22
- Womersley, F.C., Humphries, N.E., Queiroz, N., Vedor, M., da Costa, I., Furtado, M., Hearn, A.R., Tyminski, J.P., Abrantes, K., Araujo, G., Bach, S.S. and Barnett, A., Global collision-risk hotspots of marine traffic and the world's largest fish, the whale shark, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 119, 20, e2117440119, 01/01/22
- Queiroz N, Humphries NE… 100+ authors, Hearn A.. & Sims D., Global spatial risk assessment of sharks under the footprint of fisheries, Nature, 572, 461-466, 01/01/19
- Ryan JP, JR Green, E Espinoza & AR Hearn, Association of whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) with thermo-biological frontal systems of the eastern tropical Pacific, PLOS One, 12, 8, e0182599, 01/01/17
- Hearn A, J Green, MH Roman, D Acuña-Marrero, E Espinoza & AP Klimley, Adult female whale sharks make long distance movements past Darwin Island (Galapagos, Ecuador) in the Eastern Tropical Pacific, Marine Biology, 163, 213-224, 01/01/16
- Hearn AR, JR Green, E Espinoza, C Peñaherrera, D Acuña, AP Klimley, Simple criteria to determine detachment point of towed satellite tags provide first evidence of return migrations of whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) at the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, Journal of Animal Biotelemetry, 1, 11, 01/01/13
- Acuña-Marrero D, J Jimenez, F Smith, PF Doherty Jr, A Hearn, JR Green, J ParedesJarrin, P Salinas, Whale shark (Rhincodon typus) seasonal presence, residence time, and habitat use at Darwin Island, Galapagos Marine Reserve, PLOS One, 9, 12, e115946, 01/01/14
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Not actively lookingLocation Preference
RemoteSalary Range
$45000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Science Advisor
Turtle Island Restoration Network
2012.08 - 2021.12
Narrator / Producer / Presenter
TeleAmazonas
2007.10 - 2014.12
Director of Science
Galapagos Whale Shark Project
2005.12 - Current
Expedition Leader / Expedition Guide
Wilderness Travel / G Adventures / Antarctica 21
1989.11 - Current
Naturalist / Dive Guide
PN Galapagos
1988.09 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Geol/Geog, Earth Sciences and Physical Geography
University of North London