Sophie Douglas
Salt Spring Island,BC
Summary
Recent marine biology graduate passionate about marine conservation and understanding the future of marine ecosystems in the context of climate change. Eager to find a graduate school position to further hone my research skills and contribute to the field. Diverse range of field and laboratory experience, as well as data analysis and visualization. Experience with tropical fish identification and ecology. Excellent communication skills, work ethic, and team collaboration skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Helper
Reef Function Hub
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Process samples requiring fish identification skills.
- Record and enter data meticulously for ongoing research projects.
- Maintain lab safety and cleanliness standards as required by James Cook University.
Social Media Manager
James Cook University Dive Club
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Promoting and selling scuba diving live-aboards and day-trips on the Great Barrier Reef.
- Raising awareness for local marine conservation initiatives.
- Promoting club events and activities.
- Website design and maintenance.
Shark Tagging Volunteer
James Cook University
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Assist researchers at Orpheus Island Research Station with setting drum lines, boat operation, and data entry.
- Preparing tissue and blood sampling equipment.
- Preparing and maintaining heavy equipment including anchors, bait boxes, rope and steel cable.
Deckhand & Reef Guide
Wavelength Reef Cruises
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Engaging with guests, and providing information about marine life and conservation issues
- Leading snorkel tours
- Deckhand duties
- References available.
Volunteer
Australian Institute of Marine Science
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Husbandry duties for juvenile coral experiments including feeding and tank cleaning
- Data collection and entry.
Volunteer
Greenforce | Andros Island
03.2018 - 05.2018
- Planting and maintaining coral nurseries on scuba as part of a coral restoration project organized by Greenforce and the
- Cape Eleuthera Institute.
Education
Advanced Certificate - Geospatial Technologies
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC06.2024
BSc - Marine Biology
James Cook University
Townsville, Queensland03.2023
High School Diploma -
Gulf Islands Secondary School
Salt Spring, BC06.2017
Skills
- Written Communication
- Proficient with ArcGIS, R & Microsoft Office
- Public Speaking
- Photography & drone operation
- Leadership experience
- Laboratory Techniques
- Scientific Diving
- Data Collection
- Working in collaborative environments
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Publications
Depth stratified light trap sampling reveals variation in the depth distribution of late-stage cryptobenthic reef fish larvae
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00338-023-02363-x
Timeline
Shark Tagging Volunteer
James Cook University
01.2022 - 04.2022
Social Media Manager
James Cook University Dive Club
10.2021 - 10.2022
Lab Helper
Reef Function Hub
07.2021 - 11.2022
Deckhand & Reef Guide
Wavelength Reef Cruises
06.2021 - 12.2021
Volunteer
Australian Institute of Marine Science
06.2021 - 12.2021
Volunteer
Greenforce | Andros Island
03.2018 - 05.2018
Advanced Certificate - Geospatial Technologies
British Columbia Institute of Technology
BSc - Marine Biology
James Cook University
High School Diploma -
Gulf Islands Secondary School
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