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Benjamin G.

Benjamin G.

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellow @ National Science Foundation, TIP Directorate. All opinions and posts our my own and not that of AAAS or NSF.

  • Education

    • The University of New Mexico

      2017 - 2023
      Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Ecology and Evolutionary Biology

    • University of Rochester

      2013 - 2017
      Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Ecology and Evolutionary Biology

    • Universidad San Francisco de Quito

      2016 - 2016
      Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Ecology and Evolutionary Biology 4.0

      This was a study abroad experience, where I studied in Ecuador for four months. One month was spent in Quito at USFQ's main campus and then three months were spent on their extension campus on San Cristobal island, a part of the Galapagos archipelago. I studied tropical ecology, phylogenetics and invasive plant species of the Galapagos.

  • Experience

    • University of Rochester

      Sept 2014 - May 2017
      Research Assistant

      Under the direction of Dr. Christian Rabeling, I have learned the basics of molecular ecology and population genetics in a research lab setting. I have worked contributing to the preparation of DNA extractions for various projects (including UCE library preps and parentage reconstruction) and pointing mounting specimens for the permanent collection.

    • The University of New Mexico

      Aug 2017 - Jun 2023
      Research Assistant

    • Penn State Erie, The Behrend College

      Jun 2023 - Jun 2024
      Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor

    • Stan's Garden Center

      Apr 2024 - Jul 2024
      Assistant Operations Manager

    • National Science Foundation (NSF)

      Aug 2024 - now
      AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellow

      • Conducted program evaluation and assessment for the NSF's Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships (TIP) Directorate's Engine Program to support evidence-based decision-making.• Designed frameworks and methodologies to evaluate the impact of programs advancing U.S. technology, innovation, and competitiveness.• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to analyze data, assess outcomes, and provide actionable recommendations.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Learning Airtable

      Linkedin Learning
      Sept 2024

    • International Review Board Certification

      CITI Program
      Sept 2022
      View certificate certificate

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Benjamin G.
      Vice-President for Research Zancada Fellowship Office for the Vice-President of Research at the University of New Mexico 2023
    • Awarded to Benjamin G.
      Ecological Society of America Graduate Student Policy Fellow Ecological Society of America 2022
    • Awarded to Benjamin G.
      Graduate and Professional Student Association Council Chair's Service Award Graduate and Professional Student Association at the University of New Mexico May 2021 In recognition for service to the Graduate and Professional Student body and advocating to the University on behalf of students.
    • Awarded to Benjamin G.
      National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow National Science Foundation 2019
    • Awarded to Benjamin G.
      Ronald E. McNair Post-baccalaureate Achievement Program Fellow David T. Kearns Center at the University of Rochester 2015 The Ronald E. McNair Post-baccalaureate Achievement Program is meant to provide mentorship and guidance to first-generation, low-income, under-represented minority students, with the intention of getting them into graduate school. More information can be found here: https://www2.ed.gov/programs/triomcnair/index.html
    • Awarded to Benjamin G.
      Renaissance and Global Scholarship University of Rochester Sep 2013 A scholarship for undergraduate students, that provides substantial support for 4 years, offered to ~30 students a year. Provides a great deal of community building, personal development, and cultural exposure to recipients through seminars, intellectual discussions and events.
    • Awarded to Benjamin G.
      Research and Innovation Grant University of Rochester Sep 2013 The Research and Innovation Grants (RIG) is a grant provided by the University as a part of an offer of admissions to undergraduate students. These grants are used to fund research projects and experiences beyond the classroom.