Kristiana Chan (sustainability research)
Kristiana Chan (sustainability research)

SUMMARY
Recent graduate looking to join the environmental field to find renewable energy alternatives to fossil fuels, solutions to reduce carbon emissions, and ways to lesson the effects of ocean acidification. Academically I've gained experience in both field and laboratory work, use of statistical analysis, writing scientific reports and presenting my findings. Independently, through online courses and research, I've made it my goal to understand climate change, what's causing it, and how we can slow its progression to ensure a future on this planet for generations to come.


EDUCATION
University At Albany, SUNY (Grad. May 2018)
Bachelor of Science in Biology (GPA 3.57/4.00)


RELEVANT COURSEWORK
Invertebrate Ecology Laboratory (SUNY Albany)
-Collected water field samples, identified invertebrate species inhabiting them, analyzed findings, input into Excel, and sent to the Department of Environmental Conservation
-Constructed experiment to find the effects of agricultural runoff pollution on crayfish populations and offered suggestions on how to avoid future contamination
-Led projects, collaborated with classmates to produce most accurate results and confidently presented findings to peers and professors

Introduction to the Arctic: Climate (Univ. of Alberta, MOOC)
-Learned how climate is rapidly changing in the Arctic, what is causing these changes, what these changes may cause globally and about the positive feedback loops that are making global warming's progression worse


RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Veterinarian�s Assistant
Capitaland Animal Hospital, Latham, NY (Apr 2017-Aug 2018)
-Used personal protective equipment while meticulously cleaning instruments and treatment rooms to prevent the spread of zoonotic diseases
-Ensured proper disposal of hazardous waste in accordance with MSDS protocol set forth by OSHA for environmental compliance
-Listened to clients complaints, and transcribed/recited issues to doctors
-Assisted with collection of samples, performed laboratory tests and learned how to analyze results
-Learned how to safely handle and restrain animals

Ocean Cleanup Volunteer
Fire Island and Jones Beach, NY; San Diego, CA
-Led small groups collecting trash from the beaches
-Used social media to spread awareness by sharing photos of animals stuck in plastic or other manmade materials

Server
The Roost, Stone Ridge, NY (Sept. 2013-present)
-Efficiently tended to customers� needs in a mid-volume hospitality environment
-Offered suggestions and upsold food and drinks to optimize sales and customer satisfaction
-Chosen to train new employees due to my diligence and attention to detail
-Maintained composure and guests experience serving a full dining room by myself
-Given great reviews on yelp and offered catering gigs, house-sitting, dog-sitting and babysitting jobs from customers


HONORS & LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
Dean�s List | Spellman Academic Achievement Award | National Honor Society
Phi Delta Epsilon Pre-Medical Fraternity-Social Media Chair | Russian Club


SKILLS
Technical: Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Advanced Excel) | Adobe Photoshop | APA Format | Project Management | Data Modeling | Scientific Reports

Interpersonal: High Composure | Well Organized | Empathetic Listener | Persuasive Speaker Independent | Helpful and Considerate | Passionate About Work