Travis Lofland
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tlofland@gmail.com; 949-***-****
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a challenging and engaging work place where I can utilize my independent and
teamwork skills, educational, and work experiences to contribute to a productive professional
environment.
QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
Experience with research on large scale sustainability projects through the NASA OMEGA
Global Initiative and ecology studies through NOAA. Nearly three years of experience in water
testing in a team work setting as well as four years of in-depth environmental studies, biology
and ecology oriented education.
EDUCATION
University of California, Santa Cruz (2009-2014)
B.A. Environmental Studies and Biology
Universiteit College Utrecht, The Netherlands (2011)
Studies focused on Anthropology and Biology (1 year Study Abroad)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Santa Cruz Clean Water Systems Inc.
Lab Technician (Feb. 2012-Sept. 2014)
-Assess chemical and physical properties of water samples
-Input sample data
-Produce and edit product manuals
NASA (OMEGA Global Initiative)
Research Intern (Nov. 2013-Present)
-Research international locations for prospective deployments of OMEGA sustainability projects
-Consult local and international contacts on OMEGA project logistics
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Lab Intern (Dec. 2013- Apr. 2014)
-Identified and sorted specimens from wetland locations
-Analyze results of sorted specimens and discuss relationship of natural disasters in managed and
unmanaged watersheds to watershed productivity
SKILLS/LANGUAGES
Conversational in German; basic Dutch and Spanish skills.
Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs and experience with GIS.
Extensive experience with data entry and analysis.
REFERENCES
Gerry Bulfin-CEO/President of Clean Water Systems Inc.
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Jonathan Trent-OMEGA Project Scientist, Bioengineering Branch of NASA Ames Research
Center
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