Veronica Tully
Whitehall
Summary
Recent M.S. in Environmental Science graduate with a strong foundation in biological research and environmental management, eager to contribute to impactful projects in the biology or environmental sector. Equipped with hands-on experience in data analysis, fieldwork, and sustainability initiatives, ready to tackle complex challenges and drive positive change. Passionate about leveraging scientific knowledge to promote ecological conservation and strengthen environmental policies, while continuously growing within a collaborative, dynamic team environment.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Care Specialist
Petco
Whitehall, PA
02.2021 - Current
- Responsibilities include ensuring proper care and husbandry to aquatic life and companion animals. Primary resource regarding aquatic life education and care.
- Duties Include but are not limited to:
- Daily food prep and feeding of aquatic life, small animals, and reptiles.
- Ensuring habitats are clean and meet care standards.
- Water quality testing and changing of filter media.
- Efficiently orders companion animals and aquatic life, supplies, and merchandise to maximize sales, margin, and inventory.
- Educate guests and pet owners on proper animal care.
Dog Daycare Attendant
Leader of the Pack Canine Institute
Allentown, PA
2020 - 2021
- Supervised daily playgroups to ensure safe interactions among dogs of varying sizes and temperaments.
- Monitored dog behavior for signs of stress or aggression, implementing intervention strategies as needed.
- Maintained cleanliness of facility through regular cleaning and sanitization protocols to uphold health standards.
Education
Master of Science - Environmental Sciences And Policy, GIS Certificate
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Marine Science, Minor in Psychology
East Stroudsburg University
East Stroudsburg, PA08-2022
Skills
- Remote sensing
- GIS mapping software
- RStudio/Python
- Geospatial analysis
- Habitat Assessment
- MS Office
Certification
- FAA Certified Drone Pilot
- SCUBA
- PA Boating License
Timeline
Animal Care Specialist
Petco
02.2021 - Current
Dog Daycare Attendant
Leader of the Pack Canine Institute
2020 - 2021
Master of Science - Environmental Sciences And Policy, GIS Certificate
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science - Marine Science, Minor in Psychology
East Stroudsburg University
RESEARCH/ FIELD WORK
- Participated in a drone-based coastal habitat expedition at Bokeelia Island, FL, collecting and analyzing UAV imagery and publishing project outputs in an online geospatial portfolio.
- Utilized UAV and other imagery sources to analyze wetlands at Camp William B. Snyder, VA, processing drone data in GIS to support geospatial decision making and wetland monitoring.
- Performed habitat surveys at Thomas Darling Nature Preserve, conducting plant and bird identification and documenting site conditions to support ecological and environmental restoration assessment.
- Investigated how human population density influences ghost crab (Ocypode quadrata) burrow density and size on Assateague Island, VA; analyzed field data and presented findings at Chincoteague Bay Field Station.
- Designed and conducted a behavioral study on angelfish that altered aquarium social hierarchy; presented results at the Scientific Symposium at East Stroudsburg University.