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Gemma Rawson

Wolfville,NS

Summary

Enthusiastic and hard-working team player, self-motivated with a strong desire to learn. Interested in gaining further work experience in an academic setting while completing my graduate degree.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursery Scout

OMAFRA
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Independently traveled to various nurseries in Southern Ontario, assisting growers in detecting their plant pest and disease problems
  • Required to fulfill a very high standard of work, along with maintaining clear communication skills between myself, my supervisor, and the growers
  • Prepared daily reports informing the nursery growers of my observations obtained while scouting
  • Gained excellent experience in insect identification and collection methods

Groundskeeper

Pheasant Run Golf Club
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Provided a very high standard of work with close attention to detail within a small, coordinated group of people
  • Gained excellent time management and scheduling skills, while completing tasks effectively and effectively

Research Assistant Intern

University of Guelph
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Worked 10 to 15 hours a week conducting lab-based research alongside Dr. Lana Trick and her graduate students in the field of Neuroscience and Applied Cognitive Sciences
  • Compiled and managed database, inputting results for modelling and assessment.
  • Conducted laboratory analyses and assisted in assay studies and tests.

Hobby Farmer

Meanwhile Blueberry Farm
01.2014 - Current
  • Experience with both large and small farm animals care, along with providing training and care to four large-breed dogs
  • Maintained excellent customer service during blueberry season, manning a popular farm stand tending to phone calls and event scheduling

Server

Lions and Sun Bar and Lounge
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Provided exceptional service to a high volume of daily customers.
  • Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
  • Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.

Education

Master of Science - Biology

Masters Student
Wolfville, NS
08.2025

Master of Science - Environmental Science

University of Guelph
Guelph, ON
04.2023

Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience

University of Guelph
Guelph, ON
04.2022

High School Diploma -

Dr. J.M. Denison Secondary School
Newmarket, ON
06.2018

Skills

  • Organization
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Oral and Written Communication

References

  • Dr. Laura Ferguson, Acadia University

          laura.ferguson@acadiau.ca

  • Dr. Andrew Young, University of Guelph

          andrew.young@uoguelph.ca

  • Jennifer Llewellyn, Green Bird Horticultural Ltd.

          jen@greenbirdhort

Timeline

Nursery Scout

OMAFRA
05.2022 - 08.2022

Research Assistant Intern

University of Guelph
09.2021 - 12.2021

Server

Lions and Sun Bar and Lounge
01.2020 - 01.2021

Groundskeeper

Pheasant Run Golf Club
01.2019 - 01.2022

Hobby Farmer

Meanwhile Blueberry Farm
01.2014 - Current

Master of Science - Biology

Masters Student

Master of Science - Environmental Science

University of Guelph

Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience

University of Guelph

High School Diploma -

Dr. J.M. Denison Secondary School
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