Linus Shaw
Victoria,BC
Summary
Masters student with several field seasons of experience, looking to use my recent studies in environmental management and sciences to help sustainably manage and conserve the natural areas across Canada.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Technician
Alberta Biodiversity Monitoring Institute
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Two summer field seasons conducting biodiversity surveys across the province, collecting samples such as soil, water, plants, and aquatic invertebrates.
- Communicated with field coordinators, and land owners to ensure respectful land access and quality, effective surveys.
- Collaborated with other field technicians to resolve complex technical issues.
- Worked in remote locations with difficult access including hiking, ATV access, and helicopter access.
Forestry and Horticultural Survey Student
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Two summer seasons with the CFIA carrying out surveys and trapping for pests and pathogens including Lymantria dispar and Phytophthora Ramorum
- Prepared insect samples for laboratory analysis
- Worked with CBSA to inspect plant and woody material for import or export at the International Mail Gateway in Mississauga
Research & Communications Assistant
University Of New Brunswick
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Communicated cutting edge hydrology and climate research to a broad audience, from federal agencies to rural residents in the lower Wolastoq Basin
- Created infographics, short informational videos, and hosted several webinars, all of which can be found here: https://www.unb.ca/fredericton/forestry/_assets/documents/hydrological-research-on-the-wolastoq.html
Nature Educator
High Park Nature Centre
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Taught about native plant identification, basic ecological principles, and natural history in an engaging and fun format
Education
Master of Environmental Management -
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB10.2023
Master of Science - Forest Science
University of Padova
Padua, Italy10.2023
Honours Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University of Toronto
Toronto06.2021
Skills
- Safe Equipment Handling
- Sampling Techniques
- Data Collection
- Environmental Regulations
- Technical Writing
Certification
- Red Cross Remote First Aid & CPR/AED Level C
- ATV Training Course
- Bear Awareness and Avoidance
- Canadian Paddling Tandem Lake Canoe Skills
- H2S Alive
- WHMIS
- TDG
Timeline
Field Technician
Alberta Biodiversity Monitoring Institute
05.2022 - 08.2023
Research & Communications Assistant
University Of New Brunswick
09.2021 - 04.2022
Forestry and Horticultural Survey Student
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
06.2020 - 08.2021
Nature Educator
High Park Nature Centre
06.2019 - 08.2019
Master of Environmental Management -
University of New Brunswick
Master of Science - Forest Science
University of Padova
Honours Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University of Toronto
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