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Nicole Scherer

Gorham

Summary

Professional with substantial experience in observation and reporting, prepared for this role. Skilled in maintaining safety, enforcing policies, and identifying issues. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable with the ability to adapt to changing needs, ensuring effective communication and problem-solving.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

At-Sea Monitor

Fathom Resources
04.2022 - 04.2023
  • Collects scientific, management, regulatory compliance, and economic data onboard commercial fishing vessels. Data is used for management and monitoring of annual catch limits and groundfish sectors. Took weeks long trips along the East Coast (Maine - Massachusetts). Enjoying the adventure, while simultaneously monitoring Coast Guard regulations, vessel safety protocols, and federal commercial fishing regulations.

North Pacific Groundfish Observer

Saltwater Inc.
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Provide independent catch estimates.
  • Sample catch for species composition and size in a factory setting onboard a fishing vessel.
  • Collect biological samples.
  • Monitor marine mammal and bird interactions with fishing gear.

Clownfish Breeding Lab Assistant

Marine Science Center, UNE
09.2018 - 05.2020
  • Lab practices.
  • Maintenance and husbandry of clownfish, pipefish, and coral.

Student Library Assistant

Jack S. Ketchum Library
08.2018 - 05.2020
  • Customer service and problem solving skills.
  • Computer literacy skills.
  • 23 Wintergreen Street
  • Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064
  • (517) 262-8157
  • Nicole282aussie@gmail.com

Aquistrist Intern

Seacoast Science Center
09.2018 - 12.2018
  • Daily/weekly maintenance of the tanks, and all life support equipment
  • Take care of the marine species, both freshwater and saltwater, including the turtle
  • Collects specimens
  • Develops husbandry, methods for proper care of specimens
  • Helps plan, develop, and set up new exhibits in the tanks

Lab Assistant

Marine Science Center, UNE
09.2016 - 05.2018
  • Created educational media focused on the Atlantic Seashore and surrounding marine life.
  • Collection, maintenance, and husbandry of intertidal invertebrate exhibits.
  • Knowledge and operation of varied marine laboratory equipment.
  • Phytoplankton Culturing utilizing sterile techniques and cell counts.
  • Set up undergraduate lab classes.

Hatchery Intern

Saco Salmon Restoration Alliance & Hatchery
01.2016 - 05.2016
  • Water quality monitoring and testing, actively ensuring to remain within the proper parameters for juvenile Atlantic salmon.
  • Cleaning/maintenance of
    hatchery grounds.
  • Backwashing pumps and maintaining survival rates, as well as fieldwork.

Education

Master of Science - Marine Conservation Biology

Unity Environmental University
New Gloucester, ME

Bachelors of Science - Marine Science

University of New England
Biddeford, ME
05.2020

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

University of New England
Biddeford, ME
05-2020

High School Diploma -

Martin County West High School
Sherburn, MN
05.2016

Skills

  • Work ethic
  • Drive to succeed
  • Data collection and entry
  • Attention to detail
  • Incident reporting
  • Problem-solving
  • Coordination and teamwork
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Emergency response
  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Interpersonal and social skills

Certification

  • Observer - NOAA
  • CPR/First Aid
  • Scuba Certification
  • PADI Open Water
  • Lifeguard

Timeline

At-Sea Monitor

Fathom Resources
04.2022 - 04.2023

North Pacific Groundfish Observer

Saltwater Inc.
05.2021 - 09.2021

Aquistrist Intern

Seacoast Science Center
09.2018 - 12.2018

Clownfish Breeding Lab Assistant

Marine Science Center, UNE
09.2018 - 05.2020

Student Library Assistant

Jack S. Ketchum Library
08.2018 - 05.2020

Lab Assistant

Marine Science Center, UNE
09.2016 - 05.2018

Hatchery Intern

Saco Salmon Restoration Alliance & Hatchery
01.2016 - 05.2016

Master of Science - Marine Conservation Biology

Unity Environmental University

Bachelors of Science - Marine Science

University of New England

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

University of New England

High School Diploma -

Martin County West High School
Nicole Scherer