JULIE BROWN
Abbreviated Resume
Objective:
To establish a career in fisheries, wildlife, or natural resource science and management toward the goal of ensuring healthy ecosystems and marine resources for the future.
Skills, Certificates, Honors, and Awards:
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Proficient in R Statistical Software, Panoply, Excel, and Microsoft Office
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Department of the Interior - Motorboat Operator Certification Course (MOCC) 2012
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Accomplished in communication of scientific knowledge using Powerpoint and Prezi visual presentations, online blogs, and designing pamphlets, booklets, etc.
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RSMAS Academic Scholarship and Honors Student
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CPR and OSHA certified 2010
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Skilled and qualified in animal research regulations and protocol including husbandry, anesthesia, treatment, surgery, sacrifice, dissection and sample analysis
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Skilled in Laboratory Sterile Technique and Lab safety
University of Miami – Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science (RSMAS)
PhD in Marine Biology and Fisheries,
8/2013 - Currently Enrolled
(305) 421-4000
Education:
University of Miami – Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science (RSMAS)
Master's of Professional Science in Marine Biology and Fisheries,
8/2011 to 12/2012
James Madison University (JMU)
B.S. in Biology, Minor in Environmental Management
2005 - 2009
(540) 568-6211
Work and Academic Project Experience:
Organizer for the Marine Biology and Fisheries Departmental Seminar 7/2014 - present
Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, Miami, FL
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Enlist, schedule, and organize faculty and visiting scientists to present 1 hour seminars to the Marine Biology and Fisheries department at RSMAS
Marine Biology and Fisheries Academic Committee Student Representative 1/2015 - present
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Participate in meetings with faculty to provide input on comprehensive exams, class requirements, and potential new-hires.
Scientist for NOAA Longline survey (volunteer) 8/2014
Gulf of Mexico
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Assist in at sea operations and scientific data collection aboard the NOAA Oregon II for the annual shark and snapper longline survey under lead Scientist Trey Diggers. Collected biological samples including length, weight measurements, otoliths, fin clips, as well as geospatial and oceanographic conditions for a duration of 2.5 weeks.
Women in Science Workshop (volunteer) 10/2013
Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, Miami, FL
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Supervise and mentor middle-school age girls for a weekend of exploring marine science through hands-on activities, focusing on providing role-models for girls interested in pursuing science.
Cell and Anatomy Research Tech II 12/2009 - 8/2011
Rush University and Medical Center, Chicago, IL
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Worked with a multi-disciplinary team on research projects examining the effects of Bone Morphogenic Proteins (BMPs) and Low-Intensity Pulse Ultrasound (LIPUS) on animal models for critical bone repair.
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Assisted with laboratory animal handling, cell cultures, x-ray, ultrasound, and assisting with animal anesthesia, surgery, and necropsies.
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Contributed to the development of peer-reviewed publications.