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Shannon Boyle

Philadelphia,Pennsylvania

Summary



Hardworking and passionate Environmental Scientist focused on Urban aquatic ecosystems and water quality. Exceptional research skills with demonstrated success in study design and execution. Well-organized and enthusiastic with good communication and problem-solving skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Aquatic Biologist

Sage Services Inc
11.2023 - Current
  • Consult the Philadelphia Water Department on best management practices and research experiments to improve water quality and urban aquatic ecosystems within Philadelphia
  • Preform laboratory procedures assisting in the propagation of 5 native freshwater mussel species from the Delaware River Estuary
  • Aid in the development and implementation of education outreach programs such as 'Mussels in the Classroom' to engage Philadelphia students in citizen science and build knowledge of their local ecosystems.

Environmental Scientist

Synergy Environmental Inc
06.2022 - 11.2023
  • Conducted environmental field work including groundwater monitoring and soil sampling on sites within New Jersey that have been exposed to industrial contamination to maintain NJDEP standards
  • Organized and interpreted data from field sampling to assist in the preparation of reports to the NJDEP
  • Coordinated and supervised the work of subcontractors for remediation activates requiring the use of heavy machinery including soil sampling, deep-well installations, contaminant excavations, and underground storage tank removals.

Environmental Restoration Intern

Philadelphia Water Department
04.2019 - 03.2020
  • Assisted in the restoration and fabrication of the FWWIC Freshwater Mussel Laboratory and the freshwater mussel propagation program at FWWIC
  • Conducted an experiment to determine if natural vs
  • Tap water impacted juvenile mussel growth rates while adequately monitoring water chemistry and the conditions of lab subjects daily
  • Assisted in implementing ecological restoration projects in underprivileged areas within Philadelphia.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA

Skills

  • ArcGIS
  • Bioinformatics Analysis
  • Environmental assessment
  • Laboratory Experiments
  • Mussel Propagation
  • Research management

Accomplishments

    Citation awarded from Philadelphia City Council for advancements in science focused on freshwater mussel conservation and urban water quality

Timeline

Aquatic Biologist

Sage Services Inc
11.2023 - Current

Environmental Scientist

Synergy Environmental Inc
06.2022 - 11.2023

Environmental Restoration Intern

Philadelphia Water Department
04.2019 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

Drexel University

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