Hello, I am posting this brief personal outreach to the List in hopes that it falls upon the eyes of someone who might be able to provide me with some direction or even possibly a career opportunity. I am having a hard time finding the right fit for myself in the conservation science world and thought that reaching out to many who have acquired further experience than myself might prove beneficial. I would be happy to send my resume to any who might be interested in learning more after reading this post...
Through my time spent studying for my Masters of Science degree, I have realized that without increased public support for conservation initiatives, scientific research and advancements will remain underappreciated and undervalued. It is important to me that the general public is led to feel involved within the scientific process, as well as able to understand how conservation science is important in their lives. For this reason, I believe that my professional and educational experiences should be combined in a way that applies my ever developing skill sets with my inherent desire to promote the national and international education of conservation science. My strong writing and oral communication skills as well as my ability to persevere in a field that can often be misunderstood provide me with a strong foundation to create and develop strategies benefitting conservation science and ecosystem services. As a successful Naturalist, Sustainability Project Coordinator, and even a member of the Anaheim Ducks NHL Ice Crew, I have always have desired to positively impact the environment through my actions as well as through my fields of work. Recently, I created my own website based off of the statistically significant results found during my graduate thesis project on enhancing public understanding and involvement with conservation science. My website, Why Should You Care (whyshouldyoucareblog.wordpress.com), serves to inform the public of various scientific findings based on published literature in a simplified yet compelling and motivating manner. I believe that even small changes in public action and understanding can lead to the long-term establishment and maintenance of many of the ongoing conservation initiatives today. For these reasons, I seek a career where I can assist others in the learning of conservation science while also challenging myself to continue learning. I look forward to hearing from you regarding any potential opportunities you may have in mind based around the brief information that I have provided to you. Have a wonderful day, Brittnei Miller MSc Conservation and Management of Protected Areas BSc Environmental Science and Policy Website: https://whyshouldyoucareblog.wordpress.com/