Sara Craane
Eden Prairie,MN
Summary
Dedicated and enthusiastic professional with experience researching marine/lotic systems biodiversity and ecology, with an emphasis on species biotic and abiotic interactions coupled with anthropogenic disturbances. Proficient in R studio data analysis through visual analysis and research based hypothesis testing. Confident in communication and active listening approach to enhance team collaboration while maintaining patience and kindness. Unwavering positivity and unabashed smile can bring joy and motivation to all opportunities.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Research Intern
Bioma Sea Turtle Conservation Research Program
Osa Peninsula, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica
07.2024 - 08.2024
In-water monitoring of Green and Hawksbill sea turtles
Restoration and conservation procedure and practice for Tea and Green mangroves
Great teamwork and leadership skills
Composed and calm presence around animals
Identify local biodiversity
Research Assistant
RIVR Lab (Riparian InVasion Research Laboratory)
Goleta, CA
04.2023 - 06.2024
Understand the impacts of non-native species in riparian and aquatic ecosystems
Restore native biodiversity and ecosystem function in western riparian habitats
Survey, find, and collect specimens in the field
Care for organic life in the greenhouse and specimens in lab
Develop methods for non-native species management
Research Volunteer
PISCO Lab (Partnership for Interdisciplinary Studies of Coastal Oceans)
Goleta, CA
04.2023 - 06.2024
Identify Invertebrates in marine sediment samples
Practice proper lab etiquette and safety procedures
Proficiency in Stereo and Compound Microscopy
Trained and facilitated learning for new volunteers
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aquatic Biology
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06-2024
Skills
Problem-solving
Data Analysis and Recording
Active Listener and Communicator
Marine Ecology
Team Collaboration
Positivity
Timeline
Research Intern
Bioma Sea Turtle Conservation Research Program
07.2024 - 08.2024
Research Assistant
RIVR Lab (Riparian InVasion Research Laboratory)
04.2023 - 06.2024
Research Volunteer
PISCO Lab (Partnership for Interdisciplinary Studies of Coastal Oceans)
04.2023 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Aquatic Biology
University of California, Santa Barbara