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Kael Knowles

Kael Knowles

Lindsay,ON

Summary

Enthusiastic Conservation Biologist Technician with experience in biodiversity preservation and ecological sustainability looking for full-time employment. Trained in conducting comprehensive field studies by; preforming morphometric analysis, locating individuals through telemetry and using GIS software to create detailed maps of population density and abundance. Proficient in advanced research methodologies, data analysis, and approaches to environmental education. Demonstrated success in project management, creating a project proposal including hypothesis, methods and discussion on the species abundance and diversity of anurans within a biological reserve. Committed to applying scientific expertise to promote environmental stewardship and educate the public on conservation practices.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Animal Caretaker

Phil's Pets
09.2023 - 03.2024
  • Cleaned animal enclosures daily to maintain comfortable living spaces for over 80 animals including birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians to prevent spread of disease.
  • Conducted regular health checks on animals under care, noting any changes in appearance or behavior that could indicate potential issues.
  • Provided enrichment activities to improve physical and psychological well-being of pets and prevent boredom.
  • Fed and watered animals every day to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
  • Educated visitors on proper animal care and handling.
  • Worked with all animals daily to help with adjustments into captivity.

Field Technician

Destination Conservation
10.2023 - 10.2023
  • Preformed wildlife observations using transect surveying techniques to determine herpetological population estimates.
  • Obtained data for each individual specimen including; time, weather, location, location and ambient temperature, species, age and sex.
  • Researched species vocalizations and physical form to appropriately identify species while in the field.
  • Utilized GIS software to create accurate maps of transect locations and wildlife observations for detailed representations of population densities.

Field Technician

Sir Sandford Fleming College
04.2023 - 05.2023
  • Prepared and submitted reports to document work performed and provide progress updates to management.
  • Created a well detailed project proposal outlining hypothesis, methods and discussion as part of a team.
  • Calibrated new and existing equipment for optimal performance.
  • Kept detailed records of field measurements and data.
  • Preformed wildlife observations in order to determine abundance and diversity of anuran species within a biological reserve

Education

Ontario College Diploma - Conservation Biology

Sir Sandford Fleming
Lindsay, ON
08.2023

High School Diploma -

Kitchener Collegiate Institute
Kitchener, ON
08.2021

Skills

  • Honest and Dependable
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem Identification
  • Practiced in peer-reviewed research methodologies
  • Knowledgeable in GIS software
  • Proficient in telemetry and gathering morphometrics
  • Comfortable in dissections
  • Trained how to preform sub-dermal injections
  • Skilled in environmental education

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • Certificate of Bilingual from Kitchener Collegiate Institute - 2021
  • Certified in Electrofishing from Sir. Sandford Fleming College - 2023
  • Studied Tropical Field Herpetology with Josh Feltham - 2023
  • Standard First Aid and CPR-C from St. Johns Ambulance - 2019

Timeline

Field Technician

Destination Conservation
10.2023 - 10.2023

Animal Caretaker

Phil's Pets
09.2023 - 03.2024

Field Technician

Sir Sandford Fleming College
04.2023 - 05.2023

Ontario College Diploma - Conservation Biology

Sir Sandford Fleming

High School Diploma -

Kitchener Collegiate Institute

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