Thayer Schwartz
East Quogue,NY
Summary
Experience in assisting with graduate-level and professional research projects as well as experience conducting self-driven research. Proven ability to work closely with graduate-level and professional scientific researchers in both the field and the lab. Knowledgeable of a range of lab materials, safety requirements and common computer software. Comfortable in high-pressure situations and handling specimen, as well as adaptable to rapidly changing conditions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
ALES Laboratory
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Participated in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates and evaluate ongoing activities.
- Utilized software advantageous for rapid extraction and analysis of video and photo data recorded from the field
- Openly communicated with lead researcher and lab manager, allowing for seamless progression of workflow
- Assisted lead researcher with drone operation procedures, requiring precise and timely verbal communication
Site Coordinator and Field Researcher
Cornell Cooperative Extension Of Suffolk County
05.2024
- Actively communicated with department managers and members of the cooperative to ensure sufficient volunteers were present for each field session
- Carefully recorded field data and oversaw set up and usage of data recording materials
- Field sessions included defining a transect along bayside shoreline and counting, tagging, measuring and gendering horseshoe crabs.
Head Beach Attendant
Coopers Beach
06.2019 - 08.2025
- Communicated adamantly between management and other staff to ensure work progression
- Lead staff fostering a positive work environment
- Managed multiple work projects with time and materials in mind
Education
Marine Vertebrate Biology
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY05-2027
Skills
- Time management
- Image J and MS Excel
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Lab awareness
- Experimental Design
Timeline
Research Assistant
ALES Laboratory
02.2025 - 08.2025
Site Coordinator and Field Researcher
Cornell Cooperative Extension Of Suffolk County
05.2024
Head Beach Attendant
Coopers Beach
06.2019 - 08.2025
Marine Vertebrate Biology
Stony Brook University
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