Camila Kuan-Monterrey
Caguas
Summary
Dedicated Research Assistant with proven expertise in laboratory operations and fieldwork, honed at Protectores De Cuencas and other notable organizations. Excelled in teamwork and collaboration, significantly contributing to critical environmental research and analysis projects. Skilled in Microsoft Office and data analysis, consistently delivering insightful findings to advance scientific knowledge.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Protectores De Cuencas
08.2024 - Current
- Laboratory analysis of sediment samples for the project “Developing a road-map for a water quality monitoring program on nearshore habitats in Culebra (PR).” Utilizing vacuum pump, centrifuge, pipettes, granulation and pulverization RETSCH Mill grinder, LOI analysis, muffle furnace and Excel to input, organize, and analyze data effectively.
Research Assistant
C.A.T.E.C
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted Isabel Alayón with her Post-Baccalaureate: “Morphological Plasticity and Nitrogen Fixation of Pterocarpus officinalis Jacq. as an Index of Acclimatization in Various Wetlands.”, by reviewing literature and reviewing research proposal.
Research Assistant
C.A.T.E.C
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Processed soil and leaf samples through granulation and pulverization, using RETSCH equipment, and filled tin capsules for C13 and N15 stable isotope analysis, utilizing the Orion 420a pH meter, LI-3100 Area Meter, and EcoSense EC300A Conductivity Meter.
Intern
National Hispanic Environmental Council
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Preformed field studies and data recollection; biological assessments and macro invertebrate specimen collection and analysis; recollected samples for water and soil quality; and wildlife/vegetation surveys through observations, quadrats and line intercepts.
- Networked and received orientation from U.S environmental government agencies.
- Presented research findings in environmental assessment at Rio Grande River at student oral presentation evaluations.
Intern
Olas De Cambio
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Conducted hands-on field sampling, learned about molecular biology techniques and marine conservation.
- Field trips to Lajas Keys to collect sediment samples and process in the laboratory at UPRM to extract DNA.
- Gained experience in underwater photography, reef specie identification, environmental sampling on coral reefs and mangrove habitats.
Volunteer
Chelonia PR
02.2024 - Current
- Volunteered in leatherback turtle season doing day and night patrols to identify and mark turtle nests; open nests, counted, and classified sea turtle eggs; and helped in coastal cleaning.
Volunteer
Protectores De Cuencas
12.2024 - 12.2026
- Assisted in collecting sediment traps for laboratory processing, measured salinity using salinity tester, and conducted watershed assessments.
- Preformed nutrient sampling and utilized equipment such as Quantitray/2000, HOBO data loggers, Eureka water probes, and APOGEE sensors to measure available light in aquatic ecosystems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University of Puerto Rico
Río Piedras05-2026
Skills
- Fieldwork experience
- Research and analysis
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Laboratory operations
- Microsoft office
- Data analysis
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Volunteer
Protectores De Cuencas
12.2024 - 12.2026
Research Assistant
Protectores De Cuencas
08.2024 - Current
Intern
National Hispanic Environmental Council
07.2024 - 08.2024
Intern
Olas De Cambio
06.2024 - 06.2024
Volunteer
Chelonia PR
02.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
C.A.T.E.C
08.2023 - 05.2024
Research Assistant
C.A.T.E.C
08.2023 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University of Puerto Rico
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