CATE WYNN
Edinburgh
Summary
Passionate zoology graduate with research experience in tropical ecology, biodiversity conservation and ecological data analysis. Skilled in statistical analysis using R, spatial analysis in QGIS, and scientific report writing, with practical experience in both field and laboratory research. Co-led and coordinated a biodiversity research expedition in Tobago, overseeing five ecological research projects investigating tropical forest biodiversity. Strong interests in conservation science, disease ecology and quantitative ecological methods, with excellent communication, leadership and project coordination skills developed through collaborative research and community engagement.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work history
Co-leader
Exploration Society
Tobago
2023.10 - 2024.12
- Co-led planning and coordination of a student-led tropical ecology expedition to Tobago
- Produced a comprehensive 42-page planning document covering research aims, logistics, budgeting, health and safety, and risk mitigation
- Organised collaboration with local experts and handled communications with external partners
Research Project Leader
Exploration Society
Tobago
2024.06 - 2024.08
- Designed and led an independent research project investigating butterfly abundance and diversity across forest types
- Managed fieldwork schedules, data collection, and team coordination
- Delivered public outreach talks and prepared findings for academic presentation
Education
Master of Science - Data Science for Ecology & Epidemiology
University of Glasgow
Glasgow 09/2025 - 12/2026
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
University of Glasgow
Glasgow 09/2021 - 05/2025
Skills
- Practical & fieldwork skills
- Data organisation & analysis
- Report writing & presenting
- Communication skills
- First aid trained
- QGIS software proficiency
- Excellent organisational skills
- Advanced R studio use
- Avid runner
- Language learning
- Mountain climbing
- Wildlife photography
Employment
Front of House team member - Old Salties - Glasgow - Sept 2025 > currently
- Facilitated positive dining experiences by providing excellent customer service.
- Balanced the needs of multiple tables whilst maintaining top-quality customer service.
- Delivered consistent professional service whilst handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
Barista - Cloudberry Gifts - Edinburgh - 2019 > 2023
- Delivered fast, high-quality customer service in a high-paced setting, balancing multiple responsibilities under time pressure
- Demonstrated reliability, time management, and professionalism – skills critical for structured fieldwork and collaborative research projects
Camp Counsellor - Pittsburgh, USA - June > August 2023
- Led outdoor activities and ensured the wellbeing of groups aged 8-16
- Experience leading outdoor group wilderness activities, while managing risks in remote ecological environments
Au Pair - Munich - June > September 2022
- Lived and worked independently in a new cultural environment, demonstrating adaptability and strong communication skills
- Built lasting relationships and trust while managing responsibilities including childcare, language exchange, and household organisation
Timeline
Research Project Leader
Exploration Society
2024.06 - 2024.08
Co-leader
Exploration Society
2023.10 - 2024.12
Master of Science - Data Science for Ecology & Epidemiology
University of Glasgow
09/2025 - 12/2026
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
University of Glasgow
09/2021 - 05/2025