Samantha Curtis
PO Box 258, Sanford,MB
Summary
Enthusiastic and dedicated Master of Science (Plant Science) graduate with over 6 years of experience in the agricultural industry. Possesses a deep understanding of climate-smart agricultural practices and has a passion for ecosystem conservation and climate change mitigation. A dependable, hard-working team member with the ability to work independently.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Contractor
Canola Council of Canada
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Conducted and compiled in-depth scientific research on current and under-studied canola topics.
Agronomy Consultant
First Nations Agriculture and Finance Ontario (FNAFO)
10.2021 - 03.2023
- Developed and ran a soil health project to assess the success of different in-field and lab-analyzed soil health tests at farms across Ontario.
- Collected multiple soil tests at FNAFO members’ farms, recorded and compiled data from each farm, and produced a final report of the findings.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create soil health resources for FNAFO members and contributed to bi-monthly newsletter.
Summer Student Research Assistant
Monsanto/Bayer
05.2017 - 09.2020
- Assisted with canola and soybean trial preparation and maintenance activities such as seed processing, seeding, weed management, and trial data collection (including UAV imagery collection).
- Helped successfully maintain compliance of regulated and stewarded seed trials and trained new employees in proper maintenance of regulated and stewarded seed trials.
- Safely operated an array of machinery and hauling trailers used for various field research purposes.
Student Ambassador
Faculty Of Agricultural And Food Sciences
10.2016 - 04.2020
- Interacted with university and prospective students and parents during tours and student visit days, answering questions, and providing insight.
- Participated in on- and off-campus recruitment events to support the Faculty of Agriculture and Food Sciences objectives, including co-creating the Faculty’s promotional video launched in early 2019.
- Mentored two prospective students and created an interactive work placement project for them.
Education
Master of Science - Plant Science
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Agroecology
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB06.2020
Skills
- Relationship building
- Organization
- Project management
- Quick learner
- Time management & deadline fulfillment
- Team player
- Written and verbal communication
- Adaptability
- Sustainable/regenerative agricultural practices
Publications
Curtis, S.K., Entz, M.H., Stanley, K.A., Cattani, D.J., and Schneider, K.D. 2024. Cropping system typologies perform differently under climate stress in Manitoba, Canada: Multi-criteria assessment. Canadian Journal of Plant Science. JUST-IN https://doi.org/10.1139/cjps-2023-0177
Extracurricular Activities
- Social Director (Elected), Plant Science Graduate Students’ Association (PSGSA), Winnipeg, MB, 09/2020 to 09/2022
- Committee Member, 37th Annual Plant Sciences Graduate Students’ Symposium Planning Committee, 09/2021 to 03/2022
- Graduate Student Representative, Asst/Associate Professor of Crop Protection (Weed Management) Search and Selection Committee, Winnipeg, MB, 07/2021 to 10/2021
Professional Development
- Science Communication Short Course, LinkedIn Learning, 10/2021
- Adaptive Project Management & Leadership Short Course, University of Guelph, ON, 02/2021
- Gender and Diversity Workshop, University of Guelph, ON, 10/2020
- Advancing Women in Agriculture East, Niagara Falls, ON, 10/2019
Hobbies and Interests
- House Plants
- Travelling
- Puzzles
- Photography
Certification
Class 3F Driver’s License
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Research Contractor
Canola Council of Canada
11.2023 - 12.2023
Agronomy Consultant
First Nations Agriculture and Finance Ontario (FNAFO)
10.2021 - 03.2023
Summer Student Research Assistant
Monsanto/Bayer
05.2017 - 09.2020
Student Ambassador
Faculty Of Agricultural And Food Sciences
10.2016 - 04.2020
Master of Science - Plant Science
University of Manitoba
Bachelor of Science - Agroecology
University of Manitoba
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