Kiyomi Jane Sutton

Email: kiyomijane30@gmail.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kiyomi-sutton

Education Rutgers University – New Brunswick, NJ May 2021

Bachelor of Science [BS] in Ecology, Evolution, and Natural Resources
Major GPA: 3.6
Certificate in Environmental Geomatics
Certificate in Green Infrastructure

Skills Microsoft Office, ArcMap, ArcGIS, Google Earth Engine, Macro-Invertebrate Identification,
Use of Dichotomous Keys, Java, Python
Projects
• Macroinvertebrate Identification for Woodbridge Township Open Space and Flood Restoration
Project January 2021
• Macroinvertebrate Survey for Water Quality Management in RUEP December 2019
• Environmental Characteristics of the Raritan River December 2017
Relevant Experience
Infinity Biologix (RUCDR) March 2018 – Present
• Record liquid nitrogen tank levels and freezer temperatures to ensure proper stem cell storage
• Disinfect laboratory equipment and countertops using three-step cleaning
• Autoclave laboratory equipment for sterilization
• Manage laboratory inventory daily
• Follow proper SOP’s and health guidelines for laboratory processes
Chrysler Herbarium January 2020 – May 2020
• Developed skills in fern and fern-allies taxonomy and nomenclature
• Worked in a team setting to complete online digitization project of fern specimens in
collection
• Updated and reviews the accuracy of fern specimen determination labels
• Barcoded and imaged specimen information into online Mid-Atlantic Herbaria Consortium
Portal Database
• Transcribed plant specimen information into Mid-Atlantic Herbaria Consortium Database for
digital access and research
• Developed skills to properly mount and repair historical specimens
Island Spa and Sauna August 2017 – Present
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment to ensure safe food handling procedures
• Multitask quickly and accurately during busy hours and holidays
• Advise recommendations based on customer preferences

Awards and Activities

Dean’s List: Fall 2018, Spring 2019, Fall 2019, Spring 2020, Fall 2020
Michael Kuser Scholarship September 2019
Employee of the Season December 2018
Rutgers Waksman Student Scholar May 2017
Rutgers Oceanography Club
Rutgers Pre-Vet Club