Emma Thompson
- Phone: +353 87 123 4567
- Email: emma.thompson.bio@email.com
- Location: Dublin, Ireland
- LinkedIn: emma-thompson-wildlife
Summary
Seven years of dedicated experience in wildlife population monitoring and habitat assessment, contributing to critical biodiversity conservation initiatives across various Irish ecosystems. Proven ability to lead field research projects, analyze ecological data, and develop robust conservation strategies for vulnerable species.
Adept at applying advanced GIS techniques for habitat mapping and spatial analysis, with a strong record of securing grant funding for research and community outreach programs.
Experience
Senior Wildlife Biologist
Dublin, Ireland
Sept 2019 – present
Irish Wildlife Trust
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Led a team of 5 field biologists in a nationwide pine marten conservation project, increasing known population distribution by 30% through advanced camera trapping and genetic analysis.
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Developed and implemented habitat restoration plans for 150+ hectares of vital wetland and woodland areas, resulting in a 25% increase in target species occupancy.
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Secured €150,000 in grant funding from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage for a three-year study on native bird species migration patterns.
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Authored 5 peer-reviewed scientific publications and numerous technical reports on Irish biodiversity, influencing national conservation policy.
Research Zoologist
Galway, Ireland
Mar 2016 – Aug 2019
National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS)
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Conducted extensive population surveys for protected marine mammals along the Atlantic coast, contributing data to the EU Habitats Directive reporting.
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Managed and analysed large ecological datasets using R and ArcGIS, identifying key environmental stressors impacting local bat populations.
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Designed and delivered public awareness campaigns on invasive species management, reaching over 5,000 community members annually.
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Collaborated with local landowners and stakeholders to establish wildlife corridors, enhancing connectivity for badger and otter populations.
Education
University College Dublin (UCD)
Dublin, Ireland
Sept 2014 – Sept 2015
MSc in Zoology and Wildlife Biology
National University of Ireland Galway (NUI Galway)
Galway, Ireland
Sept 2011 – June 2014
BSc (Hons) in Environmental Science with a focus on Ecology
Skills
Field Research & Data Collection: Wildlife Population Monitoring, Habitat Assessment, Camera Trapping, E-DNA Sampling, Bird Ringing, Mammal Tracking, Transect Surveys, Quadrant Sampling
Data Analysis & Software: R (Statistical Computing), ArcGIS, QGIS, Microsoft Excel, SPSS, MARK/Recap, Distance Sampling, Ecological Modelling
Conservation & Management: Biodiversity Action Planning, Invasive Species Management, Habitat Restoration, Protected Area Management, Species Reintroduction, Conservation Policy, Stakeholder Engagement
Laboratory Techniques: Genetic Sample Preparation, DNA Extraction, PCR, Microscopy, Specimen Identification
Communication & Outreach: Scientific Report Writing, Grant Proposal Development, Public Speaking, Environmental Education, Data Visualization