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Dear__________________:

 

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in an environmental science capacity and am submitting my resume for your review. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

As indicated in the accompanying resume, I bring to you exceptional academic credentials, proficiency in natural resources and marine science, and an exemplary blend of talents in conducting research projects, performing statistical analysis, summarizing findings, and delivering presentations. To complement these qualifications, I offer solid documentation, interpersonal, prioritization, and communication skills which are essential as an Environmental Scientist.

As a proactive contributor to your organization, you will find me to be a self-motivated professional and stellar leader committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through ingenuity, integrity, and dedication. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to your company, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future. Please note that I plan on relocating to Portland in approximately <insert number> weeks.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

 

 

Efficient and productive professional seeking opportunity as an Environmental Scientist where dynamic strengths in natural resources will provide immediate and positive results to a progressive organization.

 

 

         Proficiency in statistical analysis, environmental-based research, scientific writing, sampling design, project management, delivering presentations, and interpreting complex ecological data.

         Considerable background in fisheries and benthic ecology, with specialization in estuarine and freshwater habitats; primary author of 10 peer-reviewed articles in 5 years.

         Excellent software/technical skills including advanced capabilities in developing databases and spreadsheets.

         Demonstrate a collaborative work ethic, superior initiative, and well-honed problem resolution skills.

         Advanced knowledge of water quality regulations and possess extensive government relations experience.

         Significant fieldwork experience in sampling fish and invertebrates in freshwater, estuarine, and coastal environments.

 

 

San Francisco Estuary Institute, Oakland, CA, 2004 to Present

Associate Environmental Scientist (2009 to Present)

Environmental Analyst (2004 to 2008)

         Apply exceptional organizational strengths toward conducting data analysis, interpreting biological data, preparing reports and publications, presenting findings, and researching funding opportunities.

         Proactively partner with State Water Resources Control Board to conduct first state-wide survey of fish contamination in California s lakes and coast.

         In conjunction with San Diego Bay Water Board, proactively explore and identify strategies to devise and achieve clean-up goals at contaminated shipyards.

         Resourcefully created and implemented novel approaches to stressor identification in San Francisco Bay.

 

Continued

 

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Professional Experience continued

 

         Played an integral role in formulating scientific approaches to determine indirect effects of sediment contamination which are currently being integrated into California environmental policy.

         Function as Lab Safety Manager, consistently monitoring and ensuring adherence to OSHA rules and regulations by all staff.

 

Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute, 2003 to 2004

Research Technician

• Successfully completed Master s level research initiative involving deep-water benthic invertebrates and fish species.

 

Moss Landing Marine Labs, 1999 to 2004

Research Technician

         Combined critical thinking abilities, project management skills, and research talents to conduct comprehensive biological surveys in Oregon, Washington, and California for invertebrates and fish.

         Scrutinized data, performed statistical analysis of biological data, and shared findings with team of scientists.

 

 

Master of Science, Marine Science, Moss Landing Marine Laboratories, Moss Landing, California, 2004

 

Bachelor of Science, Oceanography and Marine Biology, University of Southampton, Southampton Oceanography Center, Southampton, England, graduated with honors 1998

 

 

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), Adobe Professional, Dreamweaver, Endnote, MATLAB, SYSTAT, PRIMER, SAS, JMP, R, ArcGIS