1. Andrew Winston
Cell: (949) 705-9276
andrewbwinston@gmail.com
Objective
To obtain a full time position that allows me to utilize my extensive science background. My
extracurricular work and diverse science experiences has provided me the tangibles required to
work in a diverse number of science related fields.
Education
Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park, CA
Bachelors of Science Degree in Biology with Marine Biology concentration
Relevant Science Courses
 Biology: Genetics, Evolution, Ecology, Vertebrate, Molecular, Cellular, Physiology,
Environmental Physiology
 Marine: Marine Mammals, Marine Ecology, Marine Biology
 1 year of Physics, 1 year of Chemistry, 1 year of Organic Chemistry
Lab Skills Obtained
PCR, gel electrophoresis, micro pipetting, preparing slides, dissecting microscope and light
microscope, distillation, gas chromatography, osmoregulation and thermoregulation experience
with marine organisms, field notebook experience, quadrat and transect data, calculating
abundance, species richness and biodiversity, BMI identification, voltmeter experience, and
excellent lab report writing skills
Experience
Environmental Internship
Intern for UCCE Sonoma County- May 2015 to August 2015
 Extensive field work (200+hours) working with Coho Salmon that included collecting
and recording data in field notebook, voltage battery calibrating and readings,
electrofishing, fish tagging, fish rescues and stocking, snorkel surveys, water quality
testing, habitat typing, creek restoration projects, and GPS experience
Biology Lab Assistant
Sonoma State University – August 2015 to December 2015
 Developed a system of organizing thousands of vertebrate specimens based on phylogeny
as well as recorded data on each specimen. I created specimen displays for incoming tour
groups and gave information about each specimen.
ResearchProject on Benthic Macro Invertebrates and Western Pond Turtles
Sonoma State University- January 2016- Summer 2016
 Monitored habitat for endangered Western Pond Turtles and conducted lab work of BMI
using dissecting microscopes to analyze, record, and identify specimens
Highlights
 Former Vice President of Alpha Psi Fraternity managing five lower level positions
 Started first annual Alpha Psi Volleyball Philanthropy raising over $1000 for charity
 Advanced skills in Microsoft word, excel, power point, and graphing
 Adaptable, proactive, honest, and determined to succeed
 Willing to relocate with flexible work hours
 References upon request