Experience

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FRED HUTCH, Animal Technician, Seattle, WA                                                                          April 2025 – Present

• Managed daily husbandry and welfare of research animals, guaranteeing compliance with IACUC protocols, facility SOPs, and high standards of animal care. 

• Supported research teams by performing health assessments, environmental monitoring, and accurate documentation to maintain regulatory readiness and high-quality experimental conditions.

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OCEAN MEMORY PROJECT, Co-Leader, International, WA                                     September 2023 – Present

• Co-led OMP initiatives by organizing in-person and virtual workshops, managing transportation logistics, developing agendas, and producing presentation materials; collaborated with a cohort of 30 interdisciplinary researchers to explore the concept of ocean memory through facilitated discussions and the development of educational media and podcasts.

• Supported organizational communication and research efforts by editing scientific grants and maintaining coordination across members; amplified First Nations’ voices on resilience and environmental change by inviting storytelling at writing workshops.

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UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON, Scientific Diver, Friday Harbor, WA                       July 2024 – July 2025​

• Conducted SCUBA-based underwater research, collecting over 500 samples of Zostera Marina to analyze flowering rates, ecological health and restoration strategies. 

• Planned research data collection protocols including transect surveys and sample analysis, to evaluate flowering and future restoration efforts and formulated data analysis by using R (T-test and Regression Analysis).

 

MARE TERRA ONLUS, Field Researcher, Alghero, Italy                                                                       August 2023

• Conducted field research on behavioral ecology of bottlenose dolphin populations in the Mediterranean, assessing the impact of tourism on marine ecosystems of Alghero. 

• Monitored and analyzed soundscapes and noise pollution, contributing to long-term ecological data sets by using ArcGIS, MaxEnt, data collected through underwater visual census, monitoring, and data analysis. 

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FRED HUTCH, Intern, Seattle, WA                                                                                       February 2022 – June 2022​

• Prepared over 200 samples for electron microscopy analysis over 5 months on yeast samples to investigate kinetochore architecture, enhancing structural biology research.

• Developed laboratory experience in protein purification, analysis and microscopy techniques. Plus maintenance of laboratory equipment.

• Collected and analyzed data by compiling data using Igor Software Pro and statistical analysis. 

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Northwest Dive Adventures, Diver and Retail Associate, Marysville, WA                July 2021 – January 2022​

• Gained in-depth knowledge of scuba gear, became a certified Rescue Diver, and assisted instructors and dive master's with classes and public events.

• Organized diving events (Women’s Dives, Discover Scuba Diving, and Dive Against Debris) and ensured gear maintenance.

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Academic Projects

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SPH 496 Public Health Capstone

• Led an oral history project, documenting Somali community members’ experiences during and after COVID-19. Applied equity-centered public health theories and explored intersectionality within the community’s lived experiences.  

 

SPH 481 Ad Hoc Health Impact Review

• Designed a meta-analysis of 25 selected scientific articles to create a logic model analyzing the impact of the "Protecting the Children’s Bodies Act" (a bill restricting gender-affirming care).

• Presented the research with a poster, completing over 3 hours of public speaking.

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Honors Seminar, Neighborhood House                       

• Designed and led the "Hello Future" youth mental health campaign, increasing awareness of protective factors.

• Developed sponsorship materials and conducted literature reviews, securing partnership and increasing campaign engagement by 70%.​​

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PHI THETA KAPPA, Vice President, Seattle, WA                                                       November 2021 – June 2022

• Organized and researched Honors in Action projects, including Menstrual Cup Campaign, Fundraise for Food Pantry, Clothes Give Away, and the winning award event “The Future of Land Acknowledgement”. 

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MESA, Ambassador, Seattle, WA                                                                                           September 2021 – June 2022 

• Mentoring students in STEM fields, connecting them to resources such as tutoring, career advising, counseling centers, and internship opportunities. Organizing networking events and opportunities.

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Seattle Central College, Academic Tutor, Seattle, WA                                                      January 2022 – June 2022

• Lead one-to-one tutoring sessions in chemistry, biology, and math. Helping students fully understand class concepts and reviews in preparation for quizzes and exams.

• Build strong mentoring relationships with students, fostering a supportive, culturally responsive learning environment.

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Summary of Qualifications

Marine Science & Restoration Expertise: Skilled in scientific research, experimental design, and data analysis with experience in underwater visual census, species identification, and habitat monitoring. Proficient in GIS, MaxEnt, R and Excel for mapping, data visualization, and statistical analysis.
Diving & Field Skills: Certified AAUS Scientific Diver and PADI Rescue Diver with CPR/First Aid, Boater, and Driver’s Licenses. Experienced in fieldwork, including debris collection, underwater surveys, and scientific sampling.
Technical & Communication Abilities: Proficient in creating reports, data visualizations, and outreach materials for technical and non-technical audiences. Skilled in social media content creation, public speaking, campaign management, and podcasts.
Languages & Collaboration: Native Italian speaker with beginner-level in Spanish, French and Albanian. Communicator with experience collaborating across diverse teams and engaging with community partners.