Marine Biologist with over 6 years of diverse experience, including advanced research and conservation efforts with sea turtles and comprehensive marine biology projects. Skilled in data analysis, team-based conservation strategy enhancement, and precise age determination techniques. Possesses strong analytical abilities and a detailed-oriented approach, leveraging intermediate R data skills and robust teamwork capabilities to drive research and conservation success.
Overview
2021
2021
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Staff
Amazon Hou15
Sugar Land
07.2020 - 12.2020
Managed package sorting and pallet movement at Amazon Hou15
Mastered use of dolly for heavy equipment transport
Acquired proficiency in various sorting systems
Efficiently managed package sorting, enhancing terminal workflow at Amazon
Mastered advanced sorting systems and heavy equipment handling, ensuring accuracy
Supported team dynamics by optimizing pallet movement processes, boosting productivity
Aquarium Caretake Volunteer
Foster High School
Richmond
10.2018 - 04.2019
Conducted in-depth marine biology research
Sourced and purchased suitable fish species
Collaborated in a team of three for aquarium maintenance
Managed marine biology project, ensuring health and stability of saltwater aquarium
Evaluated aquatic environments to enhance fish health and ecosystem stability
Boosted aquarium project success through strategic species selection and habitat management
Provided essential support in team-driven efforts to maintain and optimize aquarium conditions
Retail Associate
Charming Charlie
Katy
01.2018 - 08.2018
Managed inventory and restocked supplies efficiently
Provided exceptional customer service
Handled cash registers with accuracy
Assisted in store design planning and execution
Performed closing duties diligently
Enhanced store layout, improving customer flow and sales efficiency
Lab Analyst
A&B Labs
Houston, TX
Generated reports summarizing experimental results for review by management.
Participated in team meetings to discuss progress of projects and brainstorm ideas for improvement.
Performed routine maintenance on lab instruments and troubleshooting when necessary.
Conducted experiments following established protocols and procedures.
Recorded data from observations and measurements accurately in a laboratory notebook.
Calibrated laboratory instruments according to manufacturer specifications.
Reviewed SOPs regularly to ensure up-to-date information was available.
Analyzed samples using various techniques such as chromatography, spectrophotometry, and microscopy.
Education
Bachelor's degree - marine biology
The University of Texas A&M Galveston Bay
Galveston, Texas
12.2024
associates degree - biology
Wharton county junior college
Sugarland, Texas
12.2022
Skills
Intermediate level of aquarium care
Fast learner and hard worker
Intermediate level of R data skills
Great with teamwork requirements
Experience with lab-grade pipettes
Data collection and reporting
Experience with the use of a spectrophotometer
History of performing up to 15 different lab tests
Laboratory safety protocols
Sample preparation
Able to make the reagents needed in lab tests
Experience using data-collecting software such as R Studio and BTLIMS
Efficient methods of handling samples to avoid cross-contamination
Hobbies and Interests
Art and photography
Drawing, sketching
Swimming
Beach clean-up events
Aquarium systems
Caring for animals
Charity work for state parks
Outdoors
Birdwatching
Hiking
Cleaning park litter
Voluntarywork
Maceration Team | The Gulf Center For Sea Turtle Research | Galveston
Jan 2023 - Apr 2024
Contributed to the creation of a comprehensive sea turtle age database
Monitored and recorded sea turtle mortality rates annually
Provided supportive insights for sea turtle conservation strategies
Analyze sea turtle age via bone dissection, aiding in vital conservation efforts
Contribute to sea turtle population databases by meticulous tissue dissection
Work alongside researchers to enhance sea turtle conservation strategies
Implement effective techniques for precise age determination of sea turtles
Compile data on sea turtle ages to monitor and predict population trends
Aquarium Caretaker Volunteer | Foster High School | Richmond
Sep 2018 - Mar 2019
Conducted in-depth marine biology research
Sourced and purchased suitable fish species
Collaborated in a team of three for aquarium maintenance
Managed marine biology project, ensuring health and stability of saltwater aquarium
Evaluated aquatic environments to enhance fish health and ecosystem stability
Boosted aquarium project success through strategic species
Senior Program Manager at Amazon Entertainment (Prime Video, Amazon Studios, Amazon Music, Twitch, Audible)Senior Program Manager at Amazon Entertainment (Prime Video, Amazon Studios, Amazon Music, Twitch, Audible)