Wildlife Biology

NICOLE L. PAOLINE

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EDUCATION

University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh PA

Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences

GPA: 3.1

Graduated: April 2015

Objective: I am seeking employment as a wildlife biologist, specifically working with mammals or reptiles

RELATED EXPERIENCE

Rhinos and Cats Intern for the Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium March 2015-present

Pittsburgh, PA

Assisted keepers in feeding and medicating the animals

Cleaned exhibits and indoor enclosures

Learned how to safely move animals from one enclosure to another

Learned about each animal species’ behavior and nutritional needs

Animals worked with: Black Rhinos, African Lions, Cheetahs, Amur Leopards, Clouded Leopards, Amur Tigers, Snow Leopards, Flamingoes, and Sacred Ibises

Intern at The University of Pennsylvania’s New Bolton Center, Laminitis lab May-July 2014

Kennett Square PA

Photographed microscopic slides of lamellar tissue, and labeled appropriately

Placed scale bars onto the pictures of tissue

Measured aspects of lamellar tissue using computer program Image J

Extern at Brown Equine Hospital September-November 2013

Somerset, PA

Assisted veterinarians and veterinary technicians during surgeries

Provided horses with general care, which included feeding, grooming and mucking stalls

Transported horses in and out of stalls and held horses for examination

Drew up medications, prepared catheter carts, and prepared and replaced fluids

Assisted in taking, uploading and sending radiographs

Intern at The Animal Rescue League Wildlife Rehabilitation Center January-April 2013

Verona, PA

Helped in triaging the new animals that came in

Administered oral and injectable medication, and assisted technicians in treating sick and injured wildlife

Fed proper diets to the animals in our care

Tube fed orphaned infant animals

Animals included snakes, rabbits, squirrels, opossums, turkeys, crows, raptors, passerines, quails, porcupines, skunks (non-RVS only), domestic rats, domestic mice, ducks and minks

Volunteer for Chester County Society for the Protection of Cruelty to Animals December 2010-May 2013

West Chester, PA

Socialize adoptable dogs so that the dogs are prepared to enter a home with a new family

Trained and provided exercise to adoptable dogs

JOB EXPERIENCE

Veterinary Assistant at Glenmoore Veterinary Hospital

Glenmoore, Pennsylvania July 2015-present

Assisted veterinarians and technicians in procedures

Obtained history pertaining why the pet is at the hospital

Performed technician procedures, such as blood draws and nail trims

Monitored in house patients

Maintained a clean environment

Administered medication

Restrained patients for examination and procedures

Veterinary Assistant at Banfield Pet Hospital November 2014-Januar 2015

Ross Township, Pittsburgh PA

Assisted veterinarians and veterinary technicians in procedures

Draw blood, and perform blood work

Administer medications and vaccines

Educate pet owners about the Optimum Wellness Plan

Ask questions about the current health of the pet to the pet owner

Stable Hand at Honey Brook Stables May 2014-present

Honey Brook, PA

Provide daily care in the morning and evenings for the horses

Performed farm chores during the week

Pet Care Associate for Pet Smart May 2013-July 2014

Downingtown, PA

Assisted customers regarding pet care

Prepared cages for incoming pets

Salesperson for pets and supplies

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant for Foundations of Biology I August-December 2012

Pittsburgh, PA

Lead recitation sections that allowed students to ask questions about concepts they struggled with

Held office hours so that students could get individual help

Prepared lectures for recitation

Assisted to write exam questions

Panther Field Hockey Co-Social Chair August 2012-April 2014

Provided activities outside of practice and games that allow for team bonding

Planned events that involved meeting of other members of other club sports

Planned a formal event that celebrates the end of the season

Fed animals proper diet, and changed their bedding as needed

ACTIVITIES

American Association of Zookeepers, Affiliate Member March 2015-present

Ecology Club January 2013-present

Panthers for Animal Welfare August 2013-present

University of Pittsburgh Pre-Veterinarian Club August 2012-present

Animal Lover’s Club August 2012-present

Panther Field Hockey Club August 2011-present

HONORS AND AWARDS

Received University Honors at the Honors Convocation Spring 2013

Dean’s List Fall 2011

National Society of Collegiate Scholars Fall 2011

Phi Eta Sigma Honors Society Fall 2011

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