Samuel Morin
Oregon,USA
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with experience at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, specializing in environmental research and data analysis. Proven ability to enhance biodiversity assessments through critical thinking and effective team collaboration. Skilled in field surveying and adept at organizing complex data for impactful research outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Study on Satellite Imagery
University of Wisconsin-Madison Che-Castaldo Lab
Madison, USA
09.2025 - Current
- Annotated satellite imagery to locate and outline groups of walruses and penguins using AI-based approaches, enhancing data accuracy for wildlife monitoring.
Biodiversity Survey Technician
University of Wisconsin-Madison Damschen Lab
Madison, USA
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Collected and processed leaves and pollen with peers in prairies and forested areas to support biodiversity research.
- Conducted assessments of plant biodiversity in multiple areas of Lakeshore Nature Preserve.
Dishwasher
University of Wisconsin-Madison Carson’s Gulley
Madison, USA
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with peers to efficiently wash and sanitize dishes in campus dining hall.
Landcare Assistant
University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum
Madison, USA
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Removed invasive plants using pulling, herbicide, and brush saws, enhancing biodiversity in prairies and forests.
- Spent significant time outdoors to enhance environmental awareness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Zoology, Conservation Biology
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, Wisconsin05.2026
Course - Marsupials of Australia
The School for Field Studies, Center for Rainforest Studies
Australia06.2025
High School Diploma -
Oregon High School
Oregon, Wisconsin06.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Platteville, WisconsinSkills
- Field surveying
- Environmental research
- Biological assessment
- Data analysis
- Data entry
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Verbal communication
- Active listening
Athletics
05/01/09, 10/31/18, RUSH soccer player on the boys youth soccer teams.
Volunteer Experience
- 02/01/19, 09/30/19, Volunteer- Critter Room, Dane County Humane Society, Provide care to small animals, reptiles and birds at the Dane County Humane Society. Duties included cleaning cages and socializing animals.
- 06/01/21, 08/31/21, Teen Volunteer, Henry Vilas Zoo, Interact with zoo patrons, answering questions and providing information on orangutans, gibbons and grizzly bears with a special focus on deforestation.
- 06/01/24, 07/31/24, Volunteer, Biocore Prairie Bird Banding Observatory, Recorded measurements, helped set up nets, released birds.
- 09/01/25, 11/30/25, Volunteer, Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance, Helped collect data on bird-window collisions across campus.
Hobbies and Interests
- Birdwatching
- Traveling
- Photography
- Hiking
- Kayaking
Timeline
Independent Study on Satellite Imagery
University of Wisconsin-Madison Che-Castaldo Lab
09.2025 - Current
Biodiversity Survey Technician
University of Wisconsin-Madison Damschen Lab
05.2024 - 08.2024
Dishwasher
University of Wisconsin-Madison Carson’s Gulley
08.2023 - 12.2023
Landcare Assistant
University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum
05.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Zoology, Conservation Biology
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Course - Marsupials of Australia
The School for Field Studies, Center for Rainforest Studies
High School Diploma -
Oregon High School
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
University of Wisconsin-Platteville