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National Museum Of Natural HistoryContractor
Jan. 2022Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Smithsonian Institution, Museum of Natural HistoryVisiting Researcher
Dec. 2015Washington D.C. Metro Area
TalystCorporate Trainer
Aug. 2007 - Mar. 2008Talyst designs software for inventory and dispensing control of automated pharmacies, and provides appropriate hardware. My responsibilities included training clients in the operation of the system, orienting internal clients about the full scope of the systems, and researching, writing, and producing a variety of print and web-based teaching materials. http://talyst.com/
Renton Technical CollegeBiology Instructor
Jan. 2006 - Aug. 2007Renton, WashintonSenior/lead teacher of human anatomy and physiology courses to pre-nursing, nursing, and other health-care students. Produced a variety of written materials, web-based instruction, and practical labs that were based on practical health-care situations. Advised students on career and education options, and facilitated placing students in jobs and intern programs. Teaching evaluations exemplary. http://www.rtc.edu/
The Right WriterSenior Writer, White Papers & Case Studies
Jan. 2003 - Dec. 2006Researched, analyzed, written and edited a variety of materials -- primarily in print formats -- for high-tech, university, hospital, and business school clients. Most information was based on proprietary information, but included reports about silver therapy for wound healing, internal heartbeat monitors, adverse drug events, microelectronic circuitry, quantum computers, wildlife conservation, and educational policies.
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI)Science Director
Jan. 2003 - Dec. 2004Portland, Oregon AreaManaged a $340,000 annual budget and staff of 17 professionals in Exhibits Department of large metropolitan museum. Supervised work and work flow of grant writers, exhibit information researchers, and consultants; acted as link among several departments; aided in providing publicity for the museum and new exhibits; and represented the science mission in interviews for television, radio and the newspapers.
Front Range Community CollegeAdjunct Professor of Biology
May. 2001 - Aug. 2002Taught human anatomy and physiology lectures and laboratories to nursing, pre-medical, and various allied health students.
The Virtual Museum of Natural HistoryDirector
Jul. 1997I co-founded the VMNH to conduct and publish research information about biodiversity and bioexploration. From 1997 to 1998 developed interactive key/guide to all known species of sharks and rays of the world (available on CD-ROM). During 1999-2003 I was largely involved full-time conducting research in Papua New Guinea and eastern Australia, resulting in a television program, several published articles, web contributions, and reports, and four books. Websites at http://www.zoologycareerstarters.webs.com/ and http://robertsprackland.webs.com/.
Notre Dame de Namur UniversityAdjunct Professor of Biology
Aug. 1996 - Jun. 1999Belmont, CADesigned and taught courses in human physiology for pre-medical and pre-nursing studenst, plus a general biology course and supervised undergraduate research projects in microbiology, epidemiology, and marine biology. Coordinated students and internships and study abroad opportunities.
National Museums of ScotlandHerpetologist
Jan. 1995 - Dec. 1998Edinburgh, United KingdomThe national museum of natural history has large specimen collections dating back to 1859, but the reptile collection had never been identified and catologued. I accomplished that task, sorting, identifying, and curating thousands of specimens as Scotland's first official museum herpetologist. http://www.nms.ac.uk/museumscollectioncentrehomepage.aspx
The Natural History Museum, LondonPostgraduate Student in Zoology
Oct. 1993 - Nov. 1995The museum was my base for conducting studies on the evolution, variation and relationships of lizards of the southwestern Pacific region. The work involved extensive and detailed anatomical study, development of a statistical analysis procedure, the use of several computer programs, and the ability to research, analyze, and report on research to the highest levels of expertise.
The VIVARIUMAssociate Editor
Jan. 1991 - Dec. 1998Working with editor Sean McKeown, I was responsible for recruiting academic and other professionally-trained herpetologists, and colleagues from overseas, to contribute articles to the magazine. Edited copy, did fact-checking, and some layout.
San Jose State UniversityBiology/Education Instructor
Jan. 1988 - Dec. 1991As assistant to the Dean of the School of Education, I wrote and managed grants, set up conferences, and made contributions to professional projects. Taught use of computers in the classroom, zoology laboratory, and writing for engineers and scientists courses. Managed -- as associate curator -- university's vertebrate zoology museum. Supervised student teachers, responsible for mentoring and their certification as final step before getting state teaching credentials.
University of KansasExecutive Producer, Educational Television Unit
Jan. 1984 - Dec. 1986Overall supervisor in charge of daily operations of television facility. Wrote, directed, and producfed scripts for external paying clients; supervised student productions and practice sessions; produced educational TV for campus use; managed staff of two full-time and numerous students; represented TV unit at departmental meetings with School of Education; hired and trained paid staff; approved schedules and contracts for locations and actors.
University of KansasZoological Editor, Museum Publications
Jan. 1981 - Dec. 1982Edited manuscripts submitted for publication in one of the Natural History Museum's several journal series; edited manuscripts by museum staff intended for outside publication; maintained correspoindence with authors and printers; provided publicity information for several media sources, including newspapers, radio, and University Press Office.
Admiral Farragut AcademyScience Instructor
Jan. 1979 - Dec. 1980Pine Beach, NJTaught Biology, Physics, and Marine Biology at private US Navy Preparatory School. Designed, supervised construction, and managed research aquarium built on estuary for use by Academy and students from Princeton and Rutgers Universities. Supervised staff of two plus various cadet volunteers.
TFH Publications, Inc.Natural History Writer (Contracted)
Jan. 1977 - Dec. 2010Authored several books and magazine articles for company since 1977. My books include: "All About Lizards" (1977); "Giant Lizards" (1992); "Aquaterrariums" (1994); Giant Lizards, Second Edition" (2009); "Pocket Professional's Guide to Lizards" (2010). I also wrote many articles for TFH magazines, including "Tropical Fish Hobbyist," "Reptile Hobbyist," and "Reptile & Amphibian Hobbyist"; I wrote monthly column for latter. My articles for "Tropical Fish Hobbyist" were the first regular magazine pieces to feature the keeping of reptiles and amphibians in captivity. http://www.tfhpublications.com/
American Museum of Natural HistorySummer Volunteer in Herpetology
Jan. 1967 - Dec. 1973New YorkA variety of tasks from caring for Charles Myers's dart frogs while he was away on expedition to cleaning and reboxing the turtle skeletal collection.
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