Kacie Coffey

Kacie Coffey

Senior Zookeeper

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Biology and Psychology Graduate

  • Education

    • The University of New Mexico

      2014 - 2018
      Bachelor of Arts - BA PSYCHOLOGY
    • The University of New Mexico

      2012 - 2018
      Bachelor of Science - BS Biology/Biological Sciences, General

      Activities and Societies: Research Study Trip to Guadeloupe Island: Conducted identification and behavior analyses on local fauna; Performed preservation activities of specimens collected for the UNM Southwestern Museum of Biology; Engaged in various research projects pertaining to marine wildlife and ecosystems

    • The University of New Mexico

      2023 - 2024
      Master's degree Project Management
  • Experience

    • Albuquerque BioPark

      Sept 2018 - May 2019
      Senior Zookeeper

      -Engaged in multiple high impact initiatives directed toward the federally endangered Rio Grande silvery minnows-Acquired significant hands on experience in handling endangered species -Participated in excursions into the Rio Grande river for surveys -Obtained small handy-work skills on building and fixing items around the aquaculture facility

    • TriCore Reference Laboratories

      Aug 2020 - now

      -Perform moderate to high complexity molecular tests in a College of American Pathologists (CAP) and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) accredited laboratory-Assist with validation of new assays and analyzers being brought into the Molecular Infectious Disease Department-Train technicians, residents, and students on standard testing procedures and Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and Transcription Mediated Amplification (TMA) techniques-Actively participate in preparation for regulatory inspections by checking for expired reagents, and ensuring standard operating procedures are up to date-Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI)- June 2022 Show less

      • Research Coordinator

        Sept 2023 - now
      • Molecular Laboratory Scientist II

        Aug 2020 - Sept 2023
  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Fish Biologist Volunteer

      Issued by New Mexico Department of Game and Fish on Mar 2018
      New Mexico Department of Game and FishAssociated with Kacie Coffey
    • Touch Pool Specialist

      Issued by ABQ BioPark Aquarium on Oct 2016
      ABQ BioPark AquariumAssociated with Kacie Coffey