William Andresen
Alaska Department of Fish & Game
Anchorage,AK
1
Certification
3
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Fisheries Technician with expertise in biology, chemistry, and fisheries science. Experienced in salmon otolith analysis and biological data validation while collaborating with fisheries biologists and academic partners. Committed to acquiring hands-on experience in fisheries research and biological sampling, and quickly adapting to new methodologies and fieldwork practices.
Work History
Seasonal Fish and Game Technician II
3 Years 5 Months- Analyze salmon otolith thermal marks to determine age and origin, to support in-season fisheries management decisions
- Prepared and sent otolith samples for strontium analysis at UAF Geophysical Institute, supporting accurate age determination
- Conduct age, sex, length (ASL) sampling when requested on commercially caught salmon
- Dissected juvenile salmon vouchers for otolith validation, enhancing understanding of release group thermal marks
- Validated biological sampling data with existing fisheries datasets, ensuring data accuracy and integrity for fisheries management
- Communicate and collaborate with biologists and research partners to coordinate the reading and sampling schedule to resolve potential data issues
- Performed extended work and irregular hours to meet critical deadlines
Course Assistant
9 Months- Conducted weekly laboratory sessions for Introduction to Chemistry, sections 105 and 106, and Survey of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry Lab 104.
- Provided individualized and group instruction to help students learn laboratory techniques, data analysis, and core chemical processes
- Collaborated with instructors and staff to enhance student outcomes and clarify course materials for improved comprehension
- Troubleshot online chemistry tools and assignments
- Interpreted and applied Safety Data Sheets (SDS), ensuring proper chemical use and awareness of hazards
- Managed lab chemical inventory and ensured proper chemical labeling, storage, and waste disposal
- Prepared and set up the laboratory experiments before the section, ensuring readiness and correct materials
- Graded assignments/exams consistently within deadlines
- Monitored attendance, submitted course records, and maintained confidential student documentation.
- Monitored classroom behavior to maintain a safe and respectful learning environment for all students.
- Managed student records efficiently, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
- Nanook Pledge Scholarship Recipient
- Alaska Performance Scholarship Recipient
- Research Project: Biology Capstone, Successfully Completed
Skills
Otolith analysis
Age sex length sampling
Lab equipment troubleshooting
Excel
Chemical safety interpretation
Wildlife Management Training
Scientific data interpretation
Data validation procedures
Affiliations
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
Certification
- Bear Safety and Firearms Training, Fish and Game - June 2026
- First Aid and CPR Training - June 2025
Skills
- Otolith thermal mark analysis
- ASL sampling techniques
- Laboratory equipment operation & troubleshooting
- Excel (data analysis and troubleshooting)
- SDS interpretation & chemical safety
- State of Alaska Bear Safety and Field Firearm Qualification
- Scientific data interpretation
- Data validation procedures
- Student instruction (1-on-1 and group)
- Cross-team communication (Faculty, students, biologists, colleagues)
- Supervision of labs and enforcement of safety protocols
Timeline
Course Assistant
University of Alaska Fairbanks
08.2025 - 05.2026Read More
Seasonal Fish and Game Technician II
Alaska Department of Fish & Game
06.2023 - CurrentRead More
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Bachelor of Science from Biological Sciences
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