NATHANIEL PRICE
Salem,OR
Summary
Highly analytical, communicative, and collaborative individual. Adapts quickly to new environments. Approaches work with a positive attitude, contributes to team success, and maintains strong dedication to continuous learning and personal growth. Exceptionally good at time management and scheduling, as well as speaking to others. Resilient in social environments and capable of maintaining and fostering positive relationships with others. A scientist with extensive expertise in marine biology, focusing on marine ecosystems and biodiversity. My track record in conducting field research and laboratory analysis is proven, and is often lauded for effective collaboration and adaptability. I tend to ensure successful project outcomes and integration within dynamic settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Marine Biologist, Crab Biologist
Oregon Department Of Fish And Wildlife
63538 Boat Basin Rd, Charleston, OR 97420
05.2026 - Current
- Conduct crab sampling surveys for annual collection efforts of unbiased and actualized variables.
- Preform testing and genetic lab preparation of samples for analysis.
- Encode and manage fisherman logs and database for errors in reporting, as well as coordinate analysis.
- Conducted field surveys to assess marine ecosystem health and biodiversity. Assist in MRP habitat and marine ecosystem monitoring.
- Preform functions in VBA Excel format as well as R-Studio in regards to data manipulation and analysis.
- Collaborated with research teams to analyze data on shellfish populations and habitats.
- Utilized GIS software for mapping aquatic environments and monitoring changes.
Biological Scientist, Steelhead Survey
Oregon Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Field Office
Gold Beach, OR
02.2026 - 05.2026
- Surveying local streams to census steelhead redds.
- Identifying salmonoid populations; documenting and categorizing species using dichotomous keys.
- Retrieving specimens and associated code wire tags, when available.
- Operating and maintaining survey equipment.
- Utilized GIS software for spatial analysis and mapping of ecological data.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings and recommendations for policy development.
- Assessing and surveying local salmonoid habitat.
- Counting and enumerating of extraneous species.
Fish and Wildlife Technician
Oregon Dept. of Fish and Wildlife
Elgin, OR
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Performed daily aquaculture care for juvenile chinook salmon, including draining, cleaning of raceways, feeding, crowding, and mortality data collection.
- Assisted in spawning practices and maintained sanitary conditions associated with spawning operations. Obtained milt and eggs from bucks/hens and fertilized green eggs. Handled chinook salmon adults, identified hatchery of origin and recorded identification detail (e.g., pit tags/code wire tags).
- Assisted in raising and releasing hatchery fish into lakes and rivers.
- Transported and distributed fish safely.
- Assisted in entering data into regional databases for ODFW.
- Identified diseases commonly found in fish hatchery broodstock and juvenile raceways (facultative and obligates).
- Provided density index calculations (fish per pound) and maximum inflow calculations.
- Performed iodine hardening of eggs (fertilization followed by iodine bath).
Vineyard Maintenance Technician
Aeolus Vineyard
Salem, OR
03.2024 - 07.2025
- Maintained vineyard landscape features to a high standard year-round.
- Repaired and maintained vineyard irrigation systems.
- Operated and repaired powered landscaping equipment.
- Operated heavy farm machinery to cut overgrowth, till soil, dig post holes.
Sales Associate
Ace Hardware
Willow Glen, CA
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Assisted customers in identifying, recommending and locating products to solve home improvement needs. Educated customers on product features, usage, and safety.
- Maintained clean, organized, and well-stocked shelves and displays.
- Operated point-of-sale (POS) systems to process transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Handled customer inquiries, returns, and complaints professionally.
- Received, unpacked and inspected merchandise deliveries, checking for accuracy and damage.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth daily operations and excellent customer service.
- Used professional paint mixing equipment to mix and prepare paint for customers.
- Assembled merchandise targeted for fully-assembled retail sale.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aquatic Biology
University of California, Santa Barbara
Goleta, California06-2023
Principles of Cellular Chemistry - Marine Biology
Evergreen Valley College
San Jose, CA05-2021
Skills
- Specimen Collection
- DNA/Genetic Sampling
- Density index calculations and maximum inflow calculations
- FINS (self-taught)
- Identification of salmonid species native to the Calamouth Oregon regions (Sockeye, Coho, Chum, Pink, Chinook, Steelhead, Bull trout, Rainbow trout)
- Identification of Mesopelagic and Epipelagic coastal fish species (Yellow eye, Tiger, Blue, Boccacio, Speckled, Canary, Gopher, Black, Yellowtail, China, Copper, Starry, Cabezon, Sablefish)
- Identification of Crab species, including Dungeness, Snow, Rock, Box and other species
- R-Studio Proficiency
- Ecosystem Surveying and Analysis
- Marine Phylogenetic Analysis
- Quadrant-Based Recruitment Analysis
- Water Quality Sampling and Analysis
- Temperature unit recording/calculations
- Efficient Data Management
- Organized File Management
- Effective Task Prioritization
- Statistical Data Assessment
- Microsoft Office Familiarity/Excel VBA coding
- Aquatic animal husbandry
- Public outreach and education
- ArcGis map creation and reading
Affiliations
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Marine Resource Program.
University of California Santa Barbara Curis Lab of Parisitology
Interests
Fishing, Taxidermy, Biodynamic diversification as a form of pest control, Wildlife illustration, Zoology
Timeline
Marine Biologist, Crab Biologist
Oregon Department Of Fish And Wildlife
05.2026 - Current
Biological Scientist, Steelhead Survey
Oregon Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Field Office
02.2026 - 05.2026
Fish and Wildlife Technician
Oregon Dept. of Fish and Wildlife
08.2025 - 09.2025
Vineyard Maintenance Technician
Aeolus Vineyard
03.2024 - 07.2025
Sales Associate
Ace Hardware
04.2021 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Aquatic Biology
University of California, Santa Barbara
Principles of Cellular Chemistry - Marine Biology
Evergreen Valley College
INDEPENDENT ACADEMIC WORK HISTORY
- Research Assistant, 05/2022 to 07/2023, Dr. Armand Kuris
- UC Santa Barbara, Goleta, CA
- Developed new methods for nicothoid retrieval, imaging, and population estimates
- Contributed to faculty meetings that assessed research status and improvements
- Contributed to a research publication related to nicothoid research at UCSB
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
- Research Assistant, 01/2022 to 05/2022, Dr. Adrian Stier
- Constructed 3-D model of French Polynesian coral reef system using GIS mapping application
- Used R-Studio to analyze reef system erosion data
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- I've set my sights on finding real-world solutions to conservation. We must drive balance between our natural world and industry/human occupation. I hope to see native fish populations return to ancestral waters, shellfish beds spring back to life, and coastal communities thrive alongside recovering marine ecosystems.
- I strive to be part detective, part innovator, part diplomat. New approaches to conservation must certainly be conceived. We will need help from the public. They must realize the benefits of a healthy ecosystem. Experimenting, teaching, and demonstrating new solutions will be key. I intend to instill the same passion for our environment in others that resides in myself.