Nicole Rosado

Well qualified and skilled biologist with experience in the care taking of a wide range of animals including birds, mammals, rodents, reptiles, amphibians, and fish in both AZA and non-AZA facilities. Committed to providing the highest care to animals, and the best awareness and education to guests.

B.S. in Environmental Science | Stockton University, Galloway NJ December 2019
Concentration: Wildlife Management
Minors: Marine Biology and Spanish
GPA: 3.56
Awards: Dean's List Scholarship

Research on the Relationships Between Sharks and Parasites, Coastal Oceans | Stockton University Spring 2016
Research on the Toxins in Shark Meat and Fins, Introduction to Marine Biology | Stockton University Fall 2016

Seining and Trawling, Introduction to Marine Biology | Stockton University Fall 2016

Research on Impacts of Sharks in Coral Reef Ecosystems, Tropical Marine Bio | Stockton University Spring 2019

Research on the Populations of White-tailed Deer and Foxes on Stockton University Campus, Wildlife Management | Stockton University Spring 2019

Shark Tagging for Research Purposes, Tropical Marine Bio | Stockton University Summer 2019 | Adventure Aquarium

PADI Certified | September 2019

Biologist I, Adventure Aquarium | Camden, NJ (February 2023- Present)

• Followed numerous SOPs and protocols
• Fed, cleaned, medicated and cared for multiple species of animals each day including venomous animals
• Worked with quarantined animals and followed quarantining protocols
• Diagnosed animals for injuries, illnesses and behavioral issues
• Medicated and treated animals with illnesses or injuries
• Created numerous enrichment plans and ideas for a wide variety of species
• Maintained systems through backwashing, water changes, chemical additions, and cleaning
• Oversaw numerous biologist aides, interns and volunteers

Biologist Aide, Adventure Aquarium | Camden, NJ (July 2021- February 2023 )

• Followed numerous SOPs and protocols
• Fed, cleaned, medicated and cared for multiple species of animals each day including venomous animals
• Worked with quarantined animals and followed quarantining protocols
• Diagnosed animals for injuries, illnesses and behavioral issues
• Maintained systems through backwashing, water changes, chemical additions, and cleaning
• Tested water quality and analyzed data for numerous systems
• Assisted in numerous plumbing projects, necropsies, and animal welfare procedures
• Created a blueprint design for an upcoming exhibit
• Assisted in training interns, volunteers and new biologist aids

Lab Animal Care Tech, Temple University | Philadelphia, PA (September 2020- July 2021)

• Followed numerous SHRs, SOPs, and protocols
• Worked with quarantine animals and followed quarantining protocols
• Diagnosed animals for injuries, health issues, illnesses, and fighting
• Euthanized animals
• Worked through to control, manage and alleviate a mycroplasma pulmonis outbreak

Animal Keeper, The Farm on Magnolia | Pemberton, NJ (March 2020- July 2020)

• Solely responsible for the feeding and maintenance of dozens of animals each day

Animal Keeper, Paws Discovery Farm | Mount Laurel, NJ (August 2019-January 2020)

• Trained variety of animal species including primates, livestock, raptors, and other small birds
• Solely responsible for the maintenance, medicating, feeding and training of more than 200 animals each day
• Trained incoming employees, interns and volunteers
• Responsible for an average of 5 staff members, interns and volunteers per day

Animal Care Intern, Elmwood Park Zoo | Norristown, PA (May 2019-August 2019)

• Fed, cleaned and cared for multiple species of animals each day; such as small mammals, primates, reptiles, amphibians, birds of prey and livestock

Animal Care Intern, Paws Discovery Farm | Mount Laurel, NJ (March 2019-August 2019)

• Conducted animal meet and greets with the public
• Fed, cleaned and cared for multiple species of animals each day; such as small mammals, primates, reptiles, amphibians, livestock and birds
• Kept clear and accurate records on animal behavior, food intake and medications

Environmental Education and Animal Behavior Intern, Philadelphia Zoo | Philadelphia, PA (May 2018-August 2018)

• Educated public of all ages and sizes on the behavior, diet, habitats, population status and other related topics of exhibited animals at the zoo

Volunteer, Woodford Cedar Runs Wildlife Refuge | Medford, NJ (May 2017-August 2017)

• Evaluated animals to determine injuries and illnesses
• Kept clear and accurate records on animal behavior, food intake and medications
• Fed, cleaned, medicated and cared for multiple species of animals each day; such as deer, songbirds, raptors, small mammals and marsupials