Emmanuel I.
Private tutor in Juncos, Puerto Rico
Education
Experienced teacher in general biology and marine biology at secondary and undergraduate student levels. Experienced research scientist with emphasis in biological oceanography. Highly effective communication skills in English and Spanish with proven speaker competency demonstrated at International Symposiums. Persistent, charismatic, visionary, honest, disciplined, and goal driven. Computer savvy: Internet, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SPSS, Sigma Stat, Sigma Plot, Statistical 7.0, PRIMER-E, GIS Basics (Geographical Information System). Willing to relocate and travel. PhD courses approved in Marine Ecology University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus M.Sc. Degree in Marine Sciences (Biological Oceanography) University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus BS Degree in General Biology Interamerican University of Puerto Rico, San German Campus
Experience
Biology Teacher Colegio TASIS, Dorado Substitute teacher for biology, AP biology and marine biology for secondary level students. Prepared classes following lesson plans by day, week and month with computer program integration. Graded quizzes, tests and lab reports following rubrics. Planned and conducted field trips. Eco-excursion Tour Guide Pureadventure Inc, Fajardo Serves as interpretative guide in eco-tourism excursions to bioluminescence lagoon and coral reefs aboard kayaks. Delivered talks to a diverse group of people in gender and national origins. Developed safety protocols during snorkeling excursions. Marine Biology Laboratory Technician University of Puerto Rico, Department of Biology, Humacao Campus Advised undergraduate level students in experimental design for marine ecology projects. Served as Diver Assistant during SCUBA teaching courses. Coordinated and planned laboratory field trips during marine ecology courses. Research Assistant University of Puerto Rico, Department of Marine Sciences, Mayagüez Campus Identified reef coral species with an ROV (Remote Operated Vehicle) during immersions in MCEs (Mesophotic Coral Ecosystems). Planned and assisted research meetings to design experiments, for data collection and analysis. Research Scientist National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Hawaii One (1) of 18 scientists aboard the NOAA vessel Oscar Elton Sette supporting the Census of Marine Life research in the French Frigate Shoals, Northwestern Hawaiian Island. Collected and preserved samples of marine microbes. Research fellowship University of Puerto Rico, Department of Marine Sciences, Mayagüez Campus National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Team member of the Coral Reef Ecosystem Study (CRES). Collaborated in the development of field methods to sample habitat and marine organisms. Collected and analyzed data regarding coral cover, habitat characterization and diseases of reef corals and related groups. Participated in scientific staff meetings to address leading questions for new research on marine ecology and coral reef studies. Internship Fellowship Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, Bocas del Toro, Panamá Assisted process during the collection of Acropora palmata spawning. Cultured A. palmata larvae under controlled laboratory conditions. Assisted in DNA sampling and preservation. Research Fellowship University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus Assisted in the collection and culturing of coral larvae for the coral species Montastraea complex, A.palmata and Diploria strigosa during the spawning season. Bibliographic Reviewer National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico Collected data and developed a CD of bibliographic information on research related to the management of coral reef ecosystems. Research Assistant University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus Developed experimental designs directed by PI, Dr. Ernesto Weil. Collected and maintained coral aquarium tables. Marine Educator University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus Delivered talks to elementary, high school and undergraduate level students about coral reefs and mangrove dynamics in natural settings. Undergraduate Researcher University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus Initiated graduate level research project on the mechanisms of competition among coral reefs from experimental design to data collection.
Availability
Weekdays after 9AM
Can Meet
Up to 5 minutes away for no additional charge
Hobbies
diving, kayaking, reading
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