Description
Jennifer Shea
Tonbridge, Kent
Education
Sep 2016-Sep 2018 Manchester Metropolitan University
Zoo Conservation Biology, MSc
· Species Conservation
· Zoos and Conservation
· Practical Techniques
· Statistics & Research Design
· Masters Project
Sep 2012-July 2016 Aberystwyth University
Animal Behaviour, BSc 2:1
· Covered a variety of modules including Zoo Science, Companion Animal Health, Advanced Animal Behaviour, Wildlife Conservation and Animal Welfare.
· Dissertation: Anti-Predator Responses in Talitrid Amphipods.
· Fresher’s Hero Coordinator and member of RocSoc.
Sep 2011-July 2012 Hugh Christie Technology College
· AS Levels: Photography (B), Mathematics (D), Biology (E), Chemistry (E)
Sep 2005-July 2011 Weald of Kent Grammar School
· AS Levels: Critical Thinking (D), Physics (E)
· GCSE: 11 grades A-C including Mathematics and English
Volunteering
May 2012-ongoing Scouting Association (14th Tonbridge Sea Scouts)
Explorer Scout Leader
· Ensuring all records are kept up to date as well as dealing with sensitive information.
· Organising and supervising evening meetings.
· Teaching life skills and water sports.
· Working as part of a voluntary team of leaders.
· Attending the annual summer camp.
July 2013-Sep 2013 Herpetology Volunteer
Natural History Museum, London
· Re-spiriting and re-bottling the herpetology collection.
· Handling old specimens and labels.
· Ensuring that all instructions are followed to ensure the protection of the specimens.
· Maintaining a clean and tidy workspace.
Recent Employment
May 2017 – to date Animal Intern
Hemsley Conservation Centre
· Adhering to husbandry guidelines for a variety of animals including insects, herpetofauna and primates.
· Giving talks to visitors about the animals.
· Preparing food and medicine.
· Building enclosures and designing enrichment.
Sep 2016-Dec 2016 Administrator
Environmental Scientifics Group
· Inputting data efficiently and accurately.
· Maintaining records and ensuring all paperwork is filed correctly.
· Answering the phone, replying to emails and creating relationships with clients.
· Ensuring all data is correct and up to data.
Oct 2014-July 2016 Cake Shop Assistant
Morrisons
· Working independently and as part of a team.
· Learning recipes to ensure effective time management.
· Ensuring hygiene regulations are adhered to.
· Maintaining stock availability and counts.
Oct 2015-July 2016 AberTemp
Aberystwyth University
· Giving presentations to groups of up to 200 students.
· Communicating effectively with other members of staff and management.
· Keeping to time and arriving promptly.
· Liaising with lecturers.
June 2015-July 2015 AberForward Trainee
Aberystwyth University
· Liaising with members of staff from various departments.
· Remaining organised and managing time effectively.
· Creating publishable information accessible to all students and staff with the university.
· Learning how to use new software quickly.
Other Employment
Sep 2014-Oct 2014 Temporary Sales Assistant, Next PLC
July 2012-Feb 2013 Crèche Assistant, Kent Top Temps
Oct 2011-Sep 2012 Customer Assistant, B&Q
Aug 2009-Dec 2009 Sandwich Artist, Subway
Additional Skills and Achievements
IT Advanced use of Microsoft Office, SPSS, email and internet software. Experience with both Windows and iOS systems.
Languages Basic level in French, Spanish and Greek.
Sports Level 2 Sailing awarded in 2009, Level 2 RYA Powerboating with tidal endorsement awarded 2017
Music Grade 3 in Trombone.
Driving Full clean driving license issued in 2012.
References available on request.
