Emily Hawkes
London,
Summary
Self-motivated professional with outstanding academic achievements as well as valuable experience within both a leading scientific publisher and London's environmental record centre. Possessing practical and theoretical knowledge of ecological and environmental research gained through an MSc, voluntary conservation work, as well as employment. Committed to impactful initiatives that champion the preservation of global biodiversity.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Nature Recovery Data Officer
Greenspace Information for Greater London CIC
London
06.2024 - Current
- Collaborate with the Greater London Authority to support the development of London’s Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS)
- Identify strategic spatial datasets, coordinate data collation and uphold stringent data standards to establish a robust evidence base for informing nature recovery interventions
- Employ strong organisation and time management skills to complete technical mapping and data analysis tasks within tight deadlines
- Support stakeholder engagement through workshops, Q&A sessions, and the development of online feedback forms to gather vital input
- Promote the LNRS through public talks at events, including GiGL’s London Day of Nature
Research Integrity Specialist
Frontiers Media
London
05.2022 - 02.2024
- Monitored academic manuscripts from submission to publication, resolving quality checks to ensure adherence to editorial standards
- Investigated research misconduct allegations using systematic analysis to achieve informed decision-making
- Served as a primary contact for research ethics enquiries, providing prompt responses to editors, reviewers, and authors
- Facilitated interactive mentoring sessions to onboard six new team members effectively
- Managed a large workload in a fast-paced environment by prioritising tasks based on urgency
Hare Research Team Member
University of East Anglia
Norwich, Norfolk
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Conducted precise data entry into a specialised database to document and collate nationwide hare die-off
- Maintained a rapport with volunteers via phone and email resulting in a robust citizen-science methodology and accurate data recording
- Collaborated as a proactive team member coordinating the collection, transportation, and post-mortem analysis of hare cadavers
Volunteer
Back from the Brink, Shifting Sands Project
East Wretham, Norfolk
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Used surveying expertise to produce a comprehensive warren census across conservation sites and assess rabbit population trends
- Exhibited initiative and adaptability to complete an in-depth survey amid fluctuating conditions and unpredictable circumstances
- Demonstrated personal accountability through exemplary independent fieldwork to evaluate habitat restoration tactics
Education
Master of Science - Applied Ecology and Conservation
University of East Anglia
2021
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of East Anglia
2020
Skills
- Salesforce, Tableau and IThenticate
- Microsoft Office
- SPSS and GIS software
- Communication skills
- Effective time management
- An eye for detail
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work as a team
- Independent thinker
Ecological Work
- Fieldwork in Ireland consisted of a group project assessing the effect of tidal level on foraging behaviour across Oystercatchers and Curlews
- Fieldwork in Peru consisted of a group project on the diversity of bird species present at dawn and dusk. Recorded a new species in the area - the Three-Striped Flycatcher
References
Eleni Foui, Senior Partnership Officer, Greenspace Information for Greater London CIC
E: eleni.foui@gigl.org.uk
Dr Julie Mo Svalastog, Research Integrity Manager, Frontiers Media
07770231183 | E: jmsvalastog@gmail.com
Timeline
Nature Recovery Data Officer
Greenspace Information for Greater London CIC
06.2024 - Current
Research Integrity Specialist
Frontiers Media
05.2022 - 02.2024
Volunteer
Back from the Brink, Shifting Sands Project
11.2021 - 12.2021
Hare Research Team Member
University of East Anglia
09.2021 - 01.2022
Master of Science - Applied Ecology and Conservation
University of East Anglia
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of East Anglia
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