John Schaefer
Research Assistant at Old Dominion University Research Foundation- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Open Water Diver
PADIJun, 2018- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Old Dominion University Research Foundation
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Research Assistant
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Mar 2022 - Present
Research assistant for ichthyology lab partaking in the Philippines PIRE Project. Responsibilities: - subsampling - perform processes to examine DNA from samples - keep up online databases - fish identification - cleaning lab area Research assistant for ichthyology lab partaking in the Philippines PIRE Project. Responsibilities: - subsampling - perform processes to examine DNA from samples - keep up online databases - fish identification - cleaning lab area
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Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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100 - 200 Employee
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Assistant Aquarist
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Oct 2021 - May 2022
Performed animal husbandry to assigned animals. Worked with fish, reptiles, and amphibians.
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Fishes Volunteer
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Aug 2021 - Oct 2021
Responsibilities:- prepare diets for fish for the same day and next day- clean kitchen area and do any dishes- feed fish prepared diets- clean and replace dish sanitation bucketsPosition ended due to promotion to part time paid position.
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Animal Ambassador Volunteer
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Mar 2021 - Oct 2021
Responsibilities:- husbandry on reptiles and mammals (cleaning, feeding, adjusting cage set ups)- prepare diets for animals for the next day- clean kitchen area and do any dishesPosition ended due to promotion to part time paid position.
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Morningstar Marinas
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United States
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Maritime
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1 - 100 Employee
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Dockhand
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Jul 2020 - Sep 2021
Worked as a Dockhand for 2 consecutive Summers at Morningstar Marinas Littlecreek located in Norfolk, VA. Responsibilities: - Launch and remove boats from the water by aiding the forklift - fueling customer's boats - handling payments for gas and any other customer requests - pumping out customers' boats - landscaping work around the marina to keep up the appearance - construction work (building docks, upkeep on cement pad where forklift drove, etc.) - electrical work for power going to docks - cleaning boats and flushing out boat engines - customer service for any needs
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Lake Ridge Swim Club
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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Swim Instructor
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May 2017 - Aug 2019
Worked for the pool as an individual swim instructor for kids. Taught lessons and provided parents with updates on their child's performance.
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Head Lifeguard/ Pool Operator
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Jun 2016 - Aug 2019
Maintained pool safety by watching over pool patrons and making sure pool area was kept up in a safe manner. Also maintain pool chemicals by balancing and measure chemical concentrations.
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Lake Ridge Lancers
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Lake Ridge, Virginia
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Assistant Swim Coach
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May 2014 - Aug 2019
Coached a youth swim team through multiple summers. Gained multiple promotions to higher paying levels within the coaching staff. Coached a youth swim team through multiple summers. Gained multiple promotions to higher paying levels within the coaching staff.
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Grasses for the Masses
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Northern Virginia
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Volunteer
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Oct 2015 - May 2016
Cultivated and grew sea grass which was then planted in the Potomac River Basin. Cultivated and grew sea grass which was then planted in the Potomac River Basin.
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Adopt A Stream Foundation
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United States
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Designated Representative
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Jun 2015 - Nov 2015
Coordinated a community cleanup of Leesylvania State Park. In charge of advertising and delegating cleanup efforts in the Potomac River Basin. Coordinated a community cleanup of Leesylvania State Park. In charge of advertising and delegating cleanup efforts in the Potomac River Basin.
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Education
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2018 - 2022
Old Dominion University
Bachelor's degree, Marine Biology -
2014 - 2018
Osbourn Park High School
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