Ryan Cox
Erie
Summary
Skilled Field Research Technician with expertise in environmental sampling and project management. Conducts biodiversity assessments and supports research projects, ensuring data integrity and communication within teams. Experienced in field surveys and water quality testing, poised to drive impactful environmental initiatives.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Field Technician
Regional Science Consortium
Erie
05.2026 - Current
- Collected field data on environmental samples and monitored ecological conditions.
- Assisted in preparing equipment and supplies for research projects and experiments.
- Supported data entry and management using laboratory information systems.
- Communicated regularly with colleagues regarding project progress and any issues that arose during research activities.
- Performed IDEXX tests to analyze E.Coli quantities in water samples.
Field Research Technician
Watershed Conservation Research Center
Meadville
08.2024 - 05.2026
- Conducted regular biodiversity surveys in small to medium streams.
- Collected and processed macroinvertebrate samples to evaluate ecosystem health.
- Utilized backpack electroshocking to enhance sampling efficiency.
- Monitored ongoing amphibian project at Allegheny College's research forest.
- Assisted in environmental DNA sampling for invasive round gobies.
Student Ambassador
Allegheny College Admissions
Meadville
05.2023 - 12.2025
- Conducted engaging campus tours for prospective students and families.
- Utilized storytelling techniques to highlight unique aspects of the college community.
- Collaborated with admissions staff to enhance visitor experiences and engagement.
- Advised prospective student groups of available resources within the college community.
- Greeted visitors at the admissions office and provided them with materials such as brochures and applications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science & Sustainability
Allegheny College
Meadville05-2026
Skills
- Biodiversity assessment
- Fish identification
- Macroinvertebrate identification
- Water quality testing
- Wildlife tracking
- Field surveying
- Laboratory techniques
- Environmental analysis
- Geospatial analysis
- GIS software proficiency
- Fieldwork coordination
- Research methodologies
- Quality assessment
- Project management
- Report writing
- Team collaboration
- Client needs assessment
- Effective communication
- Animal handling
- Reagent preparation
Timeline
Research Field Technician
Regional Science Consortium
05.2026 - Current
Field Research Technician
Watershed Conservation Research Center
08.2024 - 05.2026
Student Ambassador
Allegheny College Admissions
05.2023 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science & Sustainability
Allegheny College