Janessa Emerson
Saskatoon
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
EG-O4
Plant Health Unit, Seed Science and Technology Section, Canadian Food Inspection Agency
01.2022 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Gained extensive knowledge in technical skills seed identification and seed testing
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
EG-03 Seed Analyst
Plant Health Unit, Seed Science and Technology Section, CFIA
10.2009 - 01.2022
- Conducted diagnostic weed seed testing to monitor important and export samples for designated plant pests.
- Trained other seed analyst within CFIA, as well as external clients.
- Maintained and developed seed retrieval and seed identification practical exercises.
- Continued to build my skills and knowledge in the area of seed identification by working towards increasing the scope of species which I am able to identify.
- Identified weed seeds in train survey samples over a span of several years and recorded this data.
EG-01 Seed Analyst Trainee
Plant Health Unit, Seed Science and Technology Section
03.2008 - 10.2009
- Learned how to identify and classify a large number of crop and weed seeds.
- Became familiar with Canadian, American and International Testing Rules.
- Acquired specific knowledge of the acts and regulations pertaining to seed testing in Canada.
- Learned how to utilize physical specimens, literature and websites to assist in seed Identification.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Botany Major, Geography Minor
Brandon University
Brandon, MB01-1997
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Accredited Germination Analyst
Saskatoon, SK10-2009
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Accredited Purity Analyst
Saskatoon, SK10-2011
Skills
- Clear and concise communication skills
- Experienced in delivering presentations
- Enthusiastically contribute to the team by offering creative solutions to problems
- Embraces new responsibilities
Timeline
EG-O4
Plant Health Unit, Seed Science and Technology Section, Canadian Food Inspection Agency
01.2022 - Current
EG-03 Seed Analyst
Plant Health Unit, Seed Science and Technology Section, CFIA
10.2009 - 01.2022
EG-01 Seed Analyst Trainee
Plant Health Unit, Seed Science and Technology Section
03.2008 - 10.2009
Bachelor of Science - Botany Major, Geography Minor
Brandon University
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Accredited Germination Analyst
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Accredited Purity Analyst
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