Lauren Moran
Sault Ste. Marie,ON
Summary
Motivated and reliable candidate who has studied agriculture and food systems at the post-secondary and professional level for 9 years, first from an applied sciences and environmental lens and more recently through the lens of community, economic and social development. Has experience with the design and implementation of agricultural research projects and has worked directly with agri-food stakeholders and farming communities of Algoma district as well as counties of south-central Ontario. Skilled in managing professional relationships across non-profits, private businesses, post-secondary institutions, and government.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Horticultural Research Assistant
Rural Agri-Innovation Network Of Algoma
04.2022 - Current
- Conducted primary research with 9 farmers growing strawberries and/or utilizing greenhouses across the Northern Ontario region through open-ended interviews.
- Organized and executed workshops and webinars around topics such as hydroponic growing systems and incorporating wholesale markets within farms and food businesses.
- Prepared and submitted grant applications to corporate organizations, private foundations and government agencies to secure funding for key projects.
- Built and operated hydroponic installments using both organic and inorganic nutrient mixes.
- Presented to diverse audiences with various levels of scientific comprehension on the interrelation of climate change and Canadian agriculture.
Research Intern
Algoma University (Dr. Laura Wyper)
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
- Assisted with preparing project-related reports, presentations and manuscripts.
- Presented preliminary findings during the ‘Renewed, Refreshed and the New Rural’ installment of OMAFRA’s ‘Teeny Tiny Summit Series’ (March 2022).
Research Assistant
NORDIK Institute
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Worked within a collaborative partnership framework between a local non-profit organization (RAIN Algoma), Algoma University, and NORDIK Institute.
- Submitted documentation and obtained approval from the university's Research Ethics Board to conduct research with human participants.
- Conducted primary research with 15 farmers and 2 local planning representatives via interview, focus group, and surveys.
- Analyzed and communicated results of research projects in a manner appropriate for both academic and broader public audiences in both written format and live presentations.
Research Assistant
Guelph University (Dr. Susan Willis Chan)
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Aided in the building of novel experimental greenhouse infrastructure.
- Identified and gathered subject bees and recorded data on various aspects of squash bee nesting and pollination behaviours.
- Collected data in an agricultural field setting across 3 farms sites in the south-central Ontario region using a random sampling design to investigate the presence of Indigenous solitary bee species
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Community Economic And Social Development
Algoma University
Sault Ste. Marie, ON06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Sustainable Agriculture And Food Systems
Trent University
Peterborough, ON06.2018
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Questionnaire Development
- Grant Writing
- Research and Experimental Design
- Research Paper Writing
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Database Searches
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Microsoft Suite Expertise (Word & Excel)
- Social Media Platforms
- Statistical Analysis
- Creating Presentations
Accomplishments
Has worked collaboratively with a team including stakeholders from non-profit, private businesses, and a post-secondary institution to successfully secure $1.1M in funding towards an agricultural innovation project (Homegrown Innovation Challenge - Weston Family Foundation)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Timeline
Horticultural Research Assistant
Rural Agri-Innovation Network Of Algoma
04.2022 - Current
Research Intern
Algoma University (Dr. Laura Wyper)
10.2021 - 03.2022
Research Assistant
NORDIK Institute
05.2021 - 09.2021
Research Assistant
Guelph University (Dr. Susan Willis Chan)
05.2017 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Community Economic And Social Development
Algoma University
Bachelor of Science - Sustainable Agriculture And Food Systems
Trent University
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