Hi, I’m
GLADYS MICHELLE DÍAZ-RODRÍGUEZ
Ponce
Summary
To obtain a federal position in the fields of biology, environmental education, or grants administration where I can utilize over 15 years of experience in federal grants management, scientific research, and community-based environmental programming.
Overview
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico
Director, Office of External Resources
05.2008 - Current
Job overview
- Lead university-wide grants management operations, including developing, submitting, and administering federal, state, and private funding proposals.
- Develop and implement policies ensuring full compliance with OMB guidelines, grant terms, and institutional procedures.
- Provide strategic guidance and technical assistance to faculty and staff on project budgeting, proposal development, and narrative writing.
- Coordinate audits and performance reports; liaise with federal program officers.
- Oversee training workshops on federal grant writing and fiscal accountability.
- Full-Time (40 hrs/week) Supervisor: [Available Upon Request] | May contact
Casa Pueblo
Biologist
01.2003 - 04.2006
Job overview
- Managed the biological operations of butterfly research labs, hydroponic systems, and native plant nurseries.
- Served as an environmental educator for the Instituto Comunitario de Biodiversidad y Cultura.
- Delivered guided educational tours of Casa Pueblo and adjacent forest reserves.
- Participated in curriculum development and youth science enrichment activities.
- Full-Time (40 hrs/week) Supervisor: [Available Upon Request] | May contact
Interamerican University
GIS Lab Technician, Biology Department
01.2002 - 12.2003
Job overview
- Supported biology faculty and students in the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for ecological and biological studies.
- Maintained lab software and hardware for data analysis and mapping.
- Provided tutorials and training in GIS applications related to environmental data sets.
- Part-Time (20 hrs/week) Supervisor: [Available Upon Request] | May contact
Conservation Trust of Puerto Rico
Biologist / Environmental Interpreter
06.1999 - 12.2003
Job overview
- Conducted environmental interpretation for visitors at Hacienda Buena Vista, focusing on biodiversity, historical ecology, and cultural heritage.
- Developed interpretive materials and public science programming.
- Assisted with native species propagation, seed germination, and habitat restoration.
- Played a key role in planning community engagement events and environmental education outreach.
- Full-Time (40 hrs/week) Supervisor: [Available Upon Request] | May contact
Education
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto RicoPonce, PR
Bachelor of Science from Biology
05.2000
University Overview
Additional undergraduate coursework in Elementary Education | 2004 – 2006
Interamerican University of Puerto RicoSan Germán, PR
from Environmental Biology
01.2003
University Overview
Graduate coursework
Skills
- Federal Grants Management (USDA, NSF, Title V, etc)
- Grant Writing & Proposal Development
- Regulatory Compliance (OMB Circulars, Uniform Guidance)
- Scientific Research & Environmental Education
- Software: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ArcGIS
Languages
Fluent in Spanish and English (verbal and written)
References
Available upon request.
Summary of Qualifications
- 20+ years of experience in biology, science education, and environmental conservation
- 15+ years of experience writing, managing, and reporting on federally funded projects (e.g., USDA, Title V, NSF)
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, coordinate with funding agencies, and ensure grant compliance
- Bilingual in English and Spanish with excellent written and oral communication
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and GIS software
Timeline
Director, Office of External Resources
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico
05.2008 - Current
Biologist
Casa Pueblo
01.2003 - 04.2006
GIS Lab Technician, Biology Department
Interamerican University
01.2002 - 12.2003
Biologist / Environmental Interpreter
Conservation Trust of Puerto Rico
06.1999 - 12.2003
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico
from Environmental Biology
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico
Bachelor of Science from Biology
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