Nicholas Lowing
Ludington,MI
Summary
Accomplished Biological Science Technician skilled in plant identification, habitat surveys, and wildlife research. Proven expertise in data management and fieldwork, including wildlife tracking and trapping, ensuring thorough and accurate data collection in challenging environments. Strong ability to maintain equipment and collaborate with team members to achieve research goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Biological Science Technician
Montana State University Bozeman
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Conducted plant identification and soil moisture surveys.
- Provided plant identification assistance to other team members.
- Entered and organized data to be used in a master's thesis.
- Maintained field equipment and vehicles.
Mesocarnivore Research Technician
University of Washington
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Assisted in bobcat trapping and collaring as part of a statewide predator-prey research study.
- Traveled by snowmobile and snowshoe in search of bobcat and other mesocarnivore signs.
- Set and checked traps daily.
- Conducted cause specific mortality investigations and autopsies of various mesocarnivores and ungulates.
- Lead wolf cluster investigations using GPS and telemetry equipment in remote mountainous terrain.
Winter Moose Nutrition Technician
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Collected and organized data in support of a nutritional assessment of Moose in Northeastern Minnesota.
- Searched for fresh moose tracks by truck and snowmobile in remote areas in extreme winter conditions.
- Collected Moose urine for assessment of Urea Nitrogen:Creatnine.
- Collected habitat data at each collection point.
- Assisted in the investigation of wolf caused white tailed deer mortality using GPS collar data.
- Maintained/repaired snowmobiles, trailer, truck, and other field equipment.
Biological Science Technician
United States Forest Service
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Collected wildlife habitat surveys to be implemented into a Forest Plan.
- Conducted nest, sight, and call surveys for multiple avian species.
- Assisted in nighttime owl surveys.
- Assisted in timber surveys.
Plant Survey Crew Member
Michigan Tech University
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Collected invasive plant species distribution data.
- Conducted invasive species management projects across Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula.
- Gave presentations to schools and members of the public regarding invasive plant ID and management.
Summer Crew Member
Hawaii Conservation Corps
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Participated in invasive plant management and trail and habitat restoration projects across the Big Island of Hawaii.
- Communicated with land managers about management goals and techniques.
Education
Master of Science - Animal And Range Sciences
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resources And Rangeland Ecology
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT12-2018
Skills
- Data management using Microsoft Excel and Access
- Data analysis using R
- Professional writing
- Plant identification
- Soil classification
- GIS,GPS
- Team management
- Backcountry navigation and travel
- Heavy equipment operation and maintenance
Accomplishments
- Two-time NOLS graduate
Certification
- First Aid/CPR
Timeline
Biological Science Technician
Montana State University Bozeman
06.2020 - 09.2020
Mesocarnivore Research Technician
University of Washington
01.2020 - 03.2020
Winter Moose Nutrition Technician
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
01.2019 - 03.2019
Biological Science Technician
United States Forest Service
05.2018 - 08.2018
Plant Survey Crew Member
Michigan Tech University
05.2017 - 08.2017
Summer Crew Member
Hawaii Conservation Corps
06.2016 - 08.2016
- First Aid/CPR
Master of Science - Animal And Range Sciences
Montana State University
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resources And Rangeland Ecology
Montana State University
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