Stephanie Organ
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Plymouth, UK, PL20 7TT
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
I am a Conservation Biology graduate of Plymouth University, with professional experience working in
scientific research and within an ecological organisation. I have also been working as a freelance writer
since my graduation. I am seeking opportunities in both the writing and Biology sectors.
WORK EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
Plymouth University | Plymouth, UK -)
Student Ambassador for Conservation Biology
‣ Plymouth University | Conservation Biology BSc
(Hons) 2:1
Reaching out to students at open days and
through call centre sessions to promote my
course and answer questions.
Plymouth University | Tufiño, Ecuador (March September 2016)
Research Assistant
Worked as a team with three peers to collect data
on various plants in the Ecuadorian Andes. Often
acted as translator for the team.
National University of San Marcos | Lima, Peru
(January - March 2016)
Research Assistant
Completed field work in Huascarán National Park
a n d l a b o rat o r y s t u d i e s o n e n d a n g e re d ,
semelparous species Puya raimondii. Produced
reports for the field data which explored which of
the plants were in flower, and laboratory studies
on seed germination using the laboratory’s seed
bank. Conducted independent studies and
research. Gained huge personal growth and work
confidence from this experience.
Instituto de Ecología Litoral | Alicante, Spain
(September - December 2015)
Research Assistant
Gained experience in non-profit government
organisation who work to protect, conserve and
improve coastal ecosystems. Attended field days
to collect data and samples, sorted and identified
samples in the laboratory. Carried out basic
administration tasks such as updating a database
of species. Translated a chapter for a book from
Spanish to English to be published.
‣ Backwell Sixth Form | Three A-Levels grades B-C
‣ Clifton High School | 10 GCSEs grades A-C
SKILLS
‣ Good computer knowledge using Windows or
Mac, and using a range of software.
‣ Editing and writing skills
‣ Spanish language – intermediate
‣ Full driving license
‣ Excellent customer service
VOLUNTEERING
‣ National Barn Owl Trust | Laying hedgerows (Nov
2014)
‣ Court Farm Country Park | Full range of farm hand
OTHER EXPERIENCE
I have held a constant stream of part time positions
since June 2010 to present alongside my studies,
starting with an administration role the summer after
my GCSEs. Having a job has always been important
to me and I have a strong work ethic.
REFERENCES
Dr Miguel Franco |-Dr Paul Ramsay |-Lianne MacKenzie |-
