Project Assistant
Resume:
Julie McKnight
Tampa, FL 33647
abnp1o@r.postjobfree.com
OBJECTIVE: Seeking a position as an environmental scientist where my ability to conduct and apply
structured scientific investigations will be fully utilized and I will have the opportunity to
grow with new challenges.
EDUCATION: Master of Science in Geology, Projected graduation: Summer 2009
University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
Thesis Title: Diet-Tissue-Shell Fractionation of 13C in Strombus spp.: Implications for the Use of
Compound-Specific Isotope Analysis in Paleoecological Studies (Results to be published in a scientific
journal)
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, May 2007
University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
Honors Thesis Title: A Preliminary Investigation of an Endosymbiotic Relationship Between a
Carnivorous Marine Snail (Drupa Ricinus) and Blue-Green Algae (Cyanobacteria) Using Stable Isotope
Geochemistry Funding was awarded by the USF Undergraduate Research Grant.
EMPLOYMENT: University of South Florida
Teaching Assistant 2007-2009
Responsibilities include: in depth understanding and preparation of course material for GLY2100L, relaying course material
to students via lectures and in class help with lab assignments, development of course work such as lab
exercises, exams, and final projects, grading all assignments and exams, providing students with assistance
and feedback on their work, and collaborating with faculty on course material.
HSBC Mortgage Services
Loan Processor 2004-2007
Responsibilities included: compliance review and underwriter assistance for loan applications, management of top three
clients, assistance to appraisal review, registration and funding departments, data processing, data entry,
basic clerical duties, knowledge of state, federal and company compliance regulations, and knowledge of
various in house computer programs.
RESEARCH & FIELD
EXPERIENCE: Research Cruise, R.V. Bellows
Research Scientist February 2008-Present
Initial participation was as a student research assistant for the collection of benthic samples for
paleoecological studies. I furthered my involvement with the initiation of research project that investigated
the degree of time-averaging in the dead assemblage of mollusks collected on the west Florida shelf. I am
currently the principle investigator in this study which is to be completed by Summer of 2009 the results of
which will be published in a scientific journal. Technical skills required for this project included: operating
onboard collection equipment including a Capetown dredge and Shipek, cataloguing and samples, analysis
of samples using HPLC, data processing and interpretation, and the completion of a written report in the
form of a publishable article. – Funding was awarded by the GSA Research Grant.
La Manzanilla Mangrove Conservation Project
Staff and Instructor March 2008
Initial participation was as a student research assistant in January 2008. Upon familiarization with the
project and field sites and I returned in March 2008 as a staff member for the Great Basin Institute, Reno,
NV and also served as an instructor for undergraduate students from California State University, Channel
Islands. My duties in this position included assisting in trip preparations, inspecting and gathering
equipment, educating students on basic scientific research techniques and project goals, organizing and
leading students in field sampling and data collection, and management of onsite sample processing.
Technical skills required for this project included: water quality sampling and assessment, fish and
macroinvertebrate collection and survey, bioassay experiment, productivity assessment, fish and substrate
survey on rocky reef, sample analysis, data processing, and the completion of a written report on findings.
SKILLS: Computer: Windows (1998, 2000, XP, Vista), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Linux, Arc View
GIS, Electronic scientific research, Some experience with Statistical Analysis Software (SAS)
Science Skills: Use of various lab techniques (high-performance liquid chromatography, stable isotope analysis) and
equipment (element analyzer, mass spectrometer, gas chromatograph), Environmental analysis techniques,
Use of various field equipment for water quality and fisheries sampling and data collection, Scientific
writing
Other Skills: SCUBA – Rescue Diver and Nitrox certified, Boating experience including time aboard research vessels,
bay and offshore racing sailboats and various small craft for scientific research and personal recreation
CONFERENCE
PRESENTATIONS: Geological Society of America, Southeastern Regional Meeting, Saint Petersburg, FL, March 2009
Lecture: Is It All in the Looks? Taphonomic Grades, Time Averaging, and Age Estimates from Chione
(Bivalvia), West Florida Shelf
Geological Society of America, Annual Meeting, Houston, Tx, October 2008
Poster: Is It Modern on the Surface? Time-Averaging Estimates from the West Florida Shelf Using Amino
Acid Racemization in Chione (Bivalvia)
REFERENCES: Available upon request.
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