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Ryan McCallan

Dublin, Ireland

Summary

Experienced ecologist with strong organizational skills currently working as a seasonal bat data analyst with Scott Cawley, Dublin. Safety oriented and well-organised with expansive experience in various ecological roles. Highly experienced with acoustic analysis of marine mammals and bats, ArcGIS, statistical analysis and report writing. Skilled in several habitat surveying methods. Certified in both Acoustic analysis of bat species and Marine mammal identification. Confident in the identification of Flora and Fauna including marine mammals, bats, seabirds, and seaweeds using identification keys. Holder of degrees including a Bachelors of Applied Freshwater and Marine Biology and a Master's of Conservation Behaviour from Atlantic Technological University, Ireland.

Overview

1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience

Work history

Bat Data Analyst / Bat Ecologist

Scott Cawley
Dublin
2026.04 - Current
  • Analysing and presenting of acoustic data collected via static acoustic detectors.
  • Identification of bats to species level based on characteristics and parameters of observed calls collected using acoustic monitors.
  • Aided in carrying out bat surveys in the field when required using hand held bat detector equipment.

Medical Laboratory Assistant

LetsGetChecked
Dublin
2021.01 - 2023.04
  • Preparation and accessioning of biological samples
  • Maintained a clean, safe work environment by following strict laboratory protocols and guidelines.

Marine Mammal Observer (Volunteer)

Irish Whale and Dolphin Group
2019.01 - 2021.03
  • Volunteering on several occasions as an onboard for both the Irish Whale Dolphin Group and PhD Projects with Atlantic Technological University.
  • Use of Animal observation applications for logging of sightings and acoustic data of marine mammals and sea birds.
  • Species identification of marine mammals and sea birds using both visual and acoustic cues.

Education

MSc - Conservation Behaviour

Atlantic Technological University
Galway, Ireland

BSc (hons) - Applied Freshwater & Marine Biology

Atlantic Technological University
Galway, Ireland

Skills

  • First aid response
  • STCW personal survival techniques
  • Marine mammal identification
  • Bat acoustic identification
  • SOLAS safe pass
  • Fisheries biological data collection
  • Report writing
  • Maritime experience
  • Laboratory working and management

Certification

  • Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC) Marine Mammal Observer Mitigation Training
  • Certificate of Bat Acoustics Analysis - BatAbility courses and Tuition Professional Training Solutions
  • SOLAS Safe Pass
  • STWC sea survival techniques, ENG11
  • Full Irish Driving License

Hobbies and Interests

  • Hiking, exploring the outdoors
  • Travelling
  • Listening to music
  • Developing language skills, particularly in Spanish
  • Expanding my knowledge of biology via books, documentaries and seminars.

Accomplishments

  • Participated in IAMS Groundfish Survey 2026 with the Marine Institute aboard the Celtic Explorer.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bat Data Analyst / Bat Ecologist

Scott Cawley
2026.04 - Current

Medical Laboratory Assistant

LetsGetChecked
2021.01 - 2023.04

Marine Mammal Observer (Volunteer)

Irish Whale and Dolphin Group
2019.01 - 2021.03

BSc (hons) - Applied Freshwater & Marine Biology

Atlantic Technological University

MSc - Conservation Behaviour

Atlantic Technological University
Ryan McCallan