Orla Brogan
Galway,Ireland
Summary
Aspiring marine scientist, highly motivated to begin a career in this field and am eager to apply knowledge, grow skills, and contribute to meaningful work within the marine and environmental sector. Strong foundation in scientific research and data analysis, complemented by hands-on experience with research vessel operations and scientific equipment. Holds a PADI Open Water Diver certification, demonstrating adaptability and comfort in outdoor and variable conditions. Proficient in laboratory techniques, GIS mapping software, and statistical analysis, with a thesis focused on the impact of TBT antifoulants on gastropods. Career goals include advancing expertise in marine research while contributing to innovative solutions in environmental science.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Sales assistant
Homestore and more
Galway
- Retail experience
Sales assistant/ cashier
Schuh
Galway
- Retail experience
Cashier
Iceland
Galway
- Retail experience
Youth work
Lets go camps
Galway and Clare
- School tours, summer camps and santas workshop virtual reality events.
Food runner and room service
The Galmont Hotel and Spa
- Hospitality
Secretary
Dr. Raymond Brogan GP
- Administrative work
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine science
University of Galway
Galway 09.2020 - 06.2025
Skills
- Good understanding of research vessel operations and hands-on experience with scientific equipment and data collection methods from fieldwork on the Tom Crean
- PADI Open Water Diver certification
- Thesis in imposex in gastropod Nucella Lapillus after the 1987 ban on TBT (tributyltin) antifoulants which involved GIS and mapping software and Statistical analysis
- Consistently met sales targets in previous jobs
- Excellent teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities
- Adaptable and comfortable working outdoors and in variable conditions
- Time management
- Scientific research
- Laboratory techniques
- Data analysis
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Marine science
University of Galway
09.2020 - 06.2025
Sales assistant
Homestore and more
Sales assistant/ cashier
Schuh
Cashier
Iceland
Youth work
Lets go camps
Food runner and room service
The Galmont Hotel and Spa
Secretary
Dr. Raymond Brogan GP