Sahab N. M.
Kadmat Island
Summary
Marine biologist with extensive experience in coral conservation and biodiversity assessment. Proven track record of success, including a 15% improvement in endangered species habitat protection and successful oversight of coral translocation and rehabilitation for an oil pipeline project. Seeking a Marine Biologist position at the Zoological Survey of India to leverage expertise in marine biology and conservation for the mission of enhancing marine biodiversity and sustainability.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PROJECT ASSISTANT
Wild life Institute of India (WII)
09.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: An autonomous natural resource service institution established in 1982 under the Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate change, Government of India
- Increased endangered species habitat protection resulting in 15% growth in populations
- Contributed to conservation planning by researching 200 sea turtle nesting sites annually and conducting flipper tagging
- An autonomous natural resource service institution established in 1982 under the Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate change, Government of India
Senior Project Fellow
Zoological Survey of India
07.2021 - 08.2024
- Company Overview: Research institution focused on marine biology and conservation
- Oversaw the translocation and rehabilitation of true corals from the designated route for the oil pipeline project at Gujarat
- Managed the translocation and rehabilitation of corals along the designated route for an oil pipeline project in Gujarat
- Utilized the BIOROCK technique to analyze coral growth and evaluate rehabilitation effectiveness
- Coordinated with stakeholders, including the Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), to align project activities with environmental and regulatory requirements
- Conducted detailed assessments of marine ecology to support coral conservation and management strategies
- Prepared and presented reports on project progress, outcomes, and recommendations for future conservation practices
- Monitored and evaluated coral health and growth post-translocation to ensure successful rehabilitation
- Research institution focused on marine biology and conservation
Senior Research Fellow
Zoological Survey of India
03.2018 - 03.2021
- Company Overview: Research institution focused on marine biology and conservation
- Conducted taxonomically research on coral species
- Performed coral bleaching surveys to assess reef health
- Identified corals and associated marine fauna
- Tested water quality parameters for environmental impact
- Compiled and analyzed research data
- Prepared reports and research papers on findings
- Collaborated with researchers and stakeholders on conservation strategies
- Research institution focused on marine biology and conservation
Junior Research Fellow
Zoological Survey of India
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Company Overview: Research institution focused on marine biology and conservation
- Improved biodiversity assessment by 20% through offshore sampling of marine flora and fauna using 3 vessels
- Performed taxonomically classification of marine species and flora
- Managed marine ecology studies, focusing on habitat and biodiversity assessments
- Carried out chemical and biological analyses of marine samples to evaluate environmental conditions
- Collected sediment samples and analyzed them for heavy metal contamination
- Compiled and analyzed data to support conservation and management strategies
- Research institution focused on marine biology and conservation
Laboratory Assistant
Government Senior Secondary School
08.2014 - 01.2015
- Company Overview: Educational institution providing secondary-level education
- Supported practical laboratory work for +1 and +2 students
- Collected and preserved insect specimens for educational use
- Performed DNA extraction procedures for genetic analysis
- Utilized centrifugation techniques to separate and analyze samples
- Applied microscopic techniques to examine biological specimens
- Operated spectrophotometers for quantitative analysis of samples
- Assisted in maintaining and organizing laboratory equipment and materials
- Educational institution providing secondary-level education
Laboratory Assistant
Government Senior Secondary School
06.2011 - 01.2015
- Company Overview: Educational institution providing secondary-level education
- Supported practical laboratory work for +1 and +2 students
- Collected and preserved insect specimens for educational use
- Conducted managed practical examination for students
- Improved student engagement with lab work by 30% by integrating interactive biology simulations
- Enhanced lab safety standards by 40% by updating safety protocols and training staff
- Assisted in conducting 10 major biology experiment projects for students annually
- Increased accuracy of data collection by 25% by implementing new lab protocols
- Educational institution providing secondary-level education
Education
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Zoology
Mahatma Gandhi University
Changanacherry, Kerala01-2015
Bachelor of Education (B. Ed.) - Natural Science
University of Calicut
Calicut, Kerala10-2010
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Zoology
University of Calicut
Calicut, Kerala04-2009
Skills
- Marine Operations
- Marine Survey
- Construction Site Inspections
- Scientific Diving
- Marine Conservation
- Marine Biology
- Ecology
- File management
- Research
- Statistical reporting
- Team collaboration
- Staff management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Analytical thinking
- Proficiency in data analysis and report writing
Certification
- Licensed EFR & Rescue Diver, PADI accredited diving license indicating proficiency in emergency first response and rescue diving techniques.
- Licensed Advanced Open Water Diver, PADI accredited diving license indicating advanced diving techniques and safety.
- Licensed Open Water Diver, PADI-certified Open Water Diver with foundational diving skills.
- National Cadet Corps (NCC) B&C, National Cadet Corps certification, reflecting skills and training under the Indian Navy.
- DNA Taxonomy & Phylogeny, Certificate in DNA taxonomy and phylogeny reflecting expertise in molecular methods.
- Application of advanced molecular methods in marine fishery resource management, Certification for applying advanced molecular methods in marine fishery resource management.
- National professional for the empowerment of teacher educators, Certification for empowering teacher educators by CTE.
- Certificate Course in PRIMER v7, Certificate in PRIMER v7 and basic statistics software training.
Publications
- Metal Contamination in Mangrove Tissues, Seeds, and Associated Sediments from the Vattanam Mangrove Forest of Palk Bay, Southeastern India: An Ecological Risk Assessment., Marine Pollution Bulletin, Elsevier Journal, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marpolbul.2024.117141
- Insights into zooxanthellae densities in corals Porites lutea and Pocillopora meandrina in Lakshadweep atolls, Regional Studies in Marine Science, Elsevier Journal, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rsma.2024.103417
Languages
Malayalam
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Hindi
Intermediate
B1
Arabic
Elementary
A2
Timeline
PROJECT ASSISTANT
Wild life Institute of India (WII)
09.2024 - Current
Senior Project Fellow
Zoological Survey of India
07.2021 - 08.2024
Senior Research Fellow
Zoological Survey of India
03.2018 - 03.2021
Junior Research Fellow
Zoological Survey of India
03.2016 - 03.2018
Laboratory Assistant
Government Senior Secondary School
08.2014 - 01.2015
Laboratory Assistant
Government Senior Secondary School
06.2011 - 01.2015
- Licensed EFR & Rescue Diver, PADI accredited diving license indicating proficiency in emergency first response and rescue diving techniques.
- Licensed Advanced Open Water Diver, PADI accredited diving license indicating advanced diving techniques and safety.
- Licensed Open Water Diver, PADI-certified Open Water Diver with foundational diving skills.
- National Cadet Corps (NCC) B&C, National Cadet Corps certification, reflecting skills and training under the Indian Navy.
- DNA Taxonomy & Phylogeny, Certificate in DNA taxonomy and phylogeny reflecting expertise in molecular methods.
- Application of advanced molecular methods in marine fishery resource management, Certification for applying advanced molecular methods in marine fishery resource management.
- National professional for the empowerment of teacher educators, Certification for empowering teacher educators by CTE.
- Certificate Course in PRIMER v7, Certificate in PRIMER v7 and basic statistics software training.
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Zoology
Mahatma Gandhi University
Bachelor of Education (B. Ed.) - Natural Science
University of Calicut
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Zoology
University of Calicut
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