BRIAN C. KRON
Professional Summary
I have essential experience and education in ecosystem conservation, and animal science. While working with biological surveys, and surveying for reptiles and amphibians in my spare time, my passion quickly becomes evident to those around me. I make my work my life, giving me the drive and work ethic necessary to pursue research on our environment, and those who inhabit it.
About Brian Kron
Growing up outside of Philadelphia, my upbringing enabled me to follow my dreams, and pursue my passions. From playing original music, to painting, to hiking, I'm driven to explore the world and learn all I can. I also enjoy reading, learning new instruments, meditating, and all sports.
Professional History
MY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER, VERMONT CENTER FOR ECOSTUDIES
OCTOBER 2024-PRESENT
Developed species distribution models (SDMs) of native species across New England and southern Canada at present and under climate change scenarios to inform biodiversity conservation efforts and test existing conservation priorities within Vermont.
GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANT, BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITY
AUGUST 2020-AUGUST 2024
Conducted research on effects of landscape change on amphibian diversity and local stakeholder willingness to engage in conservation action. Engaged several laboratories of non-science major undergraduate students in lab lecture and exercises involving basic biology and environmental science, developed additional lab exercises to stimulate student experience. Developed and administered examinations.
LABORATORY COORDINATOR, EUROFINS LANCASTER LABS
JANUARY 2020-AUGUST 2020
Developed procedural mechanisms for vaccine business system operations, Facilitated state-of-the-art metrics resulting in tangible rise of vaccine commercialization output.
ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR, ROWAN COLLEGE OF SOUTH JERSEY
AUGUST 2019-JANUARY 2020
Adjunct Instructor 2019-2020 Instructor for lecture and lab section of BIO103: Environmental Science. Taught lecture material, developed lab exercises, developed and administered examinations and grading, and discipline, when necessary.
GRADUATE STUDENT/TEACHING ASSISTANT, ST. JOSEPH'S UNIVERSITY
AUGUST 2017-JULY 2019
At Saint Joseph's, I was able to design and successfully carry out numerous experiments in regards to my thesis: "Effects of high Salinity concentrations on body condition and growth rate of hatchling Diamondback terrapins (Malaclemys terrapin)". I also led the development of a new method to assess shell calcium retention in turtles, to assess health and growth rate. I was also elevated from Teaching Assistant after my first year to Adjunct instructor with my own lab section in Environmental science.
STUDENT RESEARCHER, DELAWARE VALLEY UNIVERSITY
MAY 2016-MAY 2017
I undertook an individual research project involving endangered Pennsylvania frogs and toads, created and executed the project, and was the primary author on the research proposal, and finding paper. In addition, I am the lead technician on a Pennsylvania herpetological survey in Spring 2017, and contributed to the research proposal.
ANIMAL CARE INTERN, PHILADELPHIA ZOO
JANUARY 2015-JUNE 2015
I was responsible for the care, enrichment and well-being of over a dozen animal species in the Children's Zoo portion of the Philadelphia Zoo, including Prehensile-Tailed Skinks, multiple Birds of Prey, and livestock.
Special Skills
- Spatial ecology analysis utilized GLMMs and ArcGIS
- Experienced in statistical analysis using R, SPSS, JMP, Fragstats and Maxent
- Talented scientific writer
- Data and project management, including experience managing several undergraduate researchers
- Engaging and passionate lecturer
R & R STUDIO
STATISTICAL ANALYSIS
ARCGIS PROGRAMS
MAP MAKING FOR THE DIGITAL AGE
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL WRITING
CONVEYING RESEARCH THE BEST WAY WE CAN, FOR BOTH OUR COLLEAGUES AND THE PUBLIC
Educational Experience
WHAT I’VE LEARNED AND WHERE I'VE LEARNED IT
PH.D. BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITY
2020-2024
Spearheaded several research projects addressing the study of landscape effects on Anuran diversity in Northwest Ohio, while also conducting sociological research on local support for conservation action.
M.S BIOLOGY, SAINT JOSEPH'S UNIVERSITY
2017-2019
Focused on the increasing importance of wildlife conservation, including methods of management, herpetology, field work, and ecology. Further academic experience includes statistical analysis, ornithology, animal behavior, and lab management techniques.
B.S. CONSERVERATION AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT, DELAWARE VALLEY UNIVERSITY
2015-2017
Focused on the increasing importance of wildlife conservation, including methods of management, herpetology, field work, and ecology. Further academic experience includes statistical analysis, ornithology, animal behavior, and lab management techniques.
POSITION
JULY 2024 - MAY 2025
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