1 Megafauna, Predators, Wolves, Keystone Species, Mammals
2 Analytical writing
3 Wildlife Photography
4 Outdoor Recreation and Safety
5 Rock Climbing, Backpacking and Hiking
Angelina Natale
Melrose
Summary
Personable and analytical Organismal Biology & Ecology student with a love for wildlife, strong foundation in field and lab research methodologies and data analysis. Well-versed in literature review processes and proficient in quantitative and qualitative research techniques. Capable of contributing to impactful research projects with precision and insight.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Dr. Kate McGinn, Colorado College
Colorado Springs, Co
01.2026 - Current
- Experience using Raven Bioacoustics Software.
- Experience vetting machine learning outputs.
- Experience working with bioacoustics data.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis using statistical software.
- Maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring functionality and compliance with safety protocols.
Staff Volunteer
Wolf Hollow Educational Non-Profit
Ipswich, MA
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted in animal care and enhancing welfare practices.
- Participated in educational outreach programs to raise community awareness about wildlife conservation.
- Supported daily operational tasks, ensuring efficient workflow within the facility.
- Collaborated with staff to maintain cleanliness and organization of animal habitats.
- Contributed to inventory management, ensuring adequate supplies for animal care operations.
- Knowledge of safe handling of wildlife species.
- Gave speeches to visitors about wolves, legislation revolving wolves, and how to make a difference for wolves and other threatened wildlife.
Research Assistant, Black Bear Research Project
Dr. Kate McGinn, Colorado College
Colorado Springs, CO
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Experience conducting vegetation samples
- Experience in field work
- Experience locating and identifying signs of carnivores
- Excellent fauna and flora ID skills
- Knowledge of animal anatomy, evolution, and biology
- Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing research projects.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis using statistical software.
- Independently prepared research presentations.
- Managed laboratory inventory, ensuring availability of necessary materials.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organismal Biology & Ecology
Colorado College
Colorado Springs, CO05-2028
Skills
- Research and analysis
- Scientific writing
- Fieldwork experience
- Experience vetting machine learning outputs
- Experience working with bioacoustics data
Interests
Timeline
Research Assistant
Dr. Kate McGinn, Colorado College
01.2026 - Current
Research Assistant, Black Bear Research Project
Dr. Kate McGinn, Colorado College
10.2025 - 11.2025
Staff Volunteer
Wolf Hollow Educational Non-Profit
05.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Organismal Biology & Ecology
Colorado College