Metaxas Lab - Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS

• Designing and implementing experimental protocols for kelp bed monitoring

  using photogrammetry and drone surveys as part of an NSERC-funded project

• Coordinating all logistics of field operations, including equipment

  maintenance, dive planning, and ensuring all safety protocols were met for

  gear and tanks

Chuck & Robbies Dive Shop - San Pedro, Belize

• Certified students in scuba diving under PADI standards from open water to dive master

• Led guided snorkel tours and taught marine ecology to guests of diverse backgrounds and operated as a reliable boat crew member and captain for marine excursions

Scientific Diving Methods in Ecology - Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS

• Assisted in the delivery of a scientific diving course, acting as safety diver for all in-water training and research activities

• Prepared dive sites and equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operations for student divers, demonstrated scientific diving techniques and safety protocols to support student learning and skill development

Metaxas Lab - Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS

• Served as scientific diver for coastal surveys: deployed sensors, monitored kelp bed dynamics, conducted fish surveys, and installed/retrieved BRUVS

• Conducted qualitative and quantitative analysis of BRUV footage to assess fish and invertebrate attraction to bait and analyzed 3D models and transects of deep-sea corals

MAR Alliance - Belize

• Participated in six multi-week marine research expeditions focused on surveying and tagging marine megafauna, including sharks, rays and sea turtles

• Operated and maintained field electronics and survey tools, including BRUVs and acoustic/satellite tagging equipment

• Analyzed BRUV footage to assess species presence, abundance and behaviour

• Collected morphometric data for sharks and rays using laser scaling and dorsal fin identification photography

• Assisted in training new researchers on field protocols, species ID and safe tagging practices

• Gave presentations to schools across Belize, educating students on the importance of mangroves and coral reefs