Taylor L. Grossen

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Cuba City, WI 53807

(C) 608-***-****

Email: ad47zf@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

My work objective is to gain employment in the areas of GIS field experience and proficiency in GIS applications in a work setting. This will aid in developing a skill set for the next step in education. Scientifically and academically, I have a strong interest in population and habitat management and conservation biology. Education

Minnesota State University, Mankato December 2023

Double Major GPA: 3.82

Bachelor of Science Summa cum laude

Geography

Biology-Zoology

Certification

Geographic Information Systems

Cuba City High School May 2019

Skills

Geography

o Proficient in GIS applications

- Utilized ArcGIS Pro applications/tools map developing, visualization of data and creation of 3D animations.

Familiar working with both Raster and Vector data

Utilized Hydrology toolsets to determine directional flow of streams

Utilized DEM to create elevation models of landscapes

Worked with point cloud data within 3D scene to create 3D models

Utilized 3D scene to create animations of 3D models

Utilized Model Builder to run multiple tools at one time for efficiency purposes

- Utilized ArcMap for utility mapping, spatial analysis, and weather visualization

Utilized map tools to create a utility network, which allows for visualization of resources and workflow

Utilized spatial analysis tools to create population density maps and traced efficiency of emergency vehicle locations and determined new/additional locations to allow for more efficiency when responding to emergency situations

- Utilized ArcGIS Online for familiarization of working with data within the cloud

Used data within Arc Online to visualize on a map and then added additional information that allowed for a viewer to get a better idea of what the location offers.

- Utilized QGIS as an open-source program to determine similarities and differences to ArcPro and to better understand how to input coding information to carry out a process

Worked with python to operate tools with the program

Downloaded various licenses to create maps and utilized coding to make the programs run

Utilized modeling to run tool multiple times

o Proficient in Remote Sensing Application ENVI

o Familiar with3D modeling, DEMs, Map making and collecting and inputting data Biology

o Knowledge of research lab equipment (thermocycler, Gel electrophoresis, gel imaging machine, qPCR, Micro-pipet, Homogenizer, heat plate, incubator, vortex, microcentrifuge, and dissection and light microscope) Research Experience

Individual Research 2021-2023

Minnesota State University, Mankato – Mankato, MN

Geography June 2023 - Aug 2023

o Researched various biogeography applications that can be utilized in population tracking and land surveying and then determined efficiency of those tools

o Assessed and provided documentation to define adequate tools and applications to be used for doctoral research projects Biology Aug 2019 – May 2023

o Studying circadian rhythm genes in the breeding and non-breeding season, in the hypothalamus, of Anolis carolinensis lizards. o Presenter of Research in Minnesota State University undergraduate and graduate research fair relevant “The Variation in the Expression of Circadian Rhythm Genes in the Breeding and non-Breeding in the Hypothalamus of Anole Lizards” and “The Effects of Melatonin on Male and Female Behavioral Reproduction” o Presenter in January 2022 and 2023 Society for Integrative and Comparative Biology National Conference o Foundation Grant Recipient (x2)

RISEbio Scholar Program Aug 2019 - Dec 2020

Minnesota State University, Mankato - Mankato, MN

o Studied the expression of PER1 in the breeding and non-breeding season, in the hypothalamus, of Anolis carolinensis lizards o Designed primers, performed PCR’s, gel electrophoresis, gel imaging and quantitative PCR’s General

o Microsoft Office

o Detailed oriented with strong critical thinking skills o Team player / Leader

o Strong Organizations Skills & Problem Solver

o Robust project and time management skills

o Proficient with Zoom

Working Experience

North American Bear Center – Internship June 2023–Aug 2023 North American Bear Center Ely, MN

o Educating the public on American Black Bears

o Caretaking of Bears

o Implementing and organizing fundraisers

o Upkeeping of museum

o Creating exhibits for the museum

Minitube USA – Internship June 2022-Aug 2022

Minitube USA Madison, WI

o Canine Sales and Biotechnology

o Tiger Artificial Insemination Research Project

o Attended the Society of Theriogenology and Veterinary Meeting and Expo conference o Sold canine artificial insemination project

o Interacted and formed relationship with current and new customers o Provided training and demonstrations on canine products RISEbio Research Peer Mentor 2022 – 2023

Minnesota State University Mankato, MN

o Laboratory supervisor

o Taught and assisted scholar students with use of laboratory equipment o Advised proper and effective ways to document data results o Assisted in trouble shooting research projects

o Assisted in development of research hypothesis

o Assisted in development of research abstracts and research posters Trio-Tutor 2021-2023

Minnesota State University Mankato, MN

o Tutored students in various CSET academic courses o Provided feedback to faculty about students

o Provide tips and feedback to students on study skills Educational Talent Search Mentor 2022-2023

Minnesota State University Mankato, MN

o Work with and youth students of various backgrounds o Attended camps and college tours

o Provide support for feedback to youth students

Learning Community Coordinator 2020-2022

Minnesota State University Mankato, MN

o Work with and tutor science scholars

o Planned schedules and activities for students

o Established relationships with students and faculty members o Provided feedback to faculty about students

o Provided emotional support to students

o Work with students of various backgrounds and abilities o Provide feedback to students to help improve skills o Answer questions and/or concerns students have

Lead Kennel Staff 2017-present

That’s My Dog Dubuque, IA

o Caretaker of dogs with behavioral issues

o Behavioral management and planning of the animals o Establishing trust building and feedback strategy with clients o Retail store management

Accomplishments/Activities/ Interest

o RISEbio Scholar student

o Hobbies: Hiking, Camping, and Dog Training

o Volunteer – Make a Difference Project for Cancer Patients, BackPack Food Program o People to People Student Ambassador

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