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Tatyana Porczak

Essendon,VIC

Summary

A dedicated and hard-working Earth and Atmospheric Science Graduate from Monash University with extensive knowledge in Geosciences, Environmental, Climate and Atmospheric Sciences. A driving passion to work within the field and apply my knowledge and skills from previous internships, lab work and field analysis that will contribute to a more sustainable future.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Assistant: PhD Contaminated Land and Soil

Monash University
12.2022 - 02.2023
  • Obtained field samples in Central Victoria (Bendigo, Ballarat Castemaine and Stawell Region) for contaminated land and soil analysis from abandoned mine sites.
  • Followed safety protocols in collecting hazardous surface soil sampling methods at legacy mine sites to assess heavy metal contamination.
  • Detailed descriptions of soil properties and field sites written down to assist with our intensive lab analysis.

Research Assistant (APPLEx -1)

Monash University
01.2022 - 03.2022

(First Active and Passive P- and L-band Experiment) Airborne Field Campaign with Monash University Civil Engineering and Environmental Resources

• Used NASA and ESA dedicated missions for current soil moisture data collection.

• Collected intensive vegetative, soil and atmospheric samples of the Yanco area.

• Confident obtaining samples using Hydraprobe Data Aquisition Systems (HDAS), Gravimetric Soil sampling, Scout sampling and Data Archiving, Cropscan LAI Destructive Vegetation sampling and Roughness sampling using a Pin and Laser Profiler.

• Accurate and precise laboratory calculations, data acquisition and organisation.

Lifeguard

Hume City Council
01.2020 - Current
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
  • Educated patrons on safety protocols and enforced safety rules.

Customer Service Officer

Hume City Council
01.2020 - Current

• Warmly greeting patrons and clients alike with a positive attitude and

handling their enquiries.

• Managing incoming phone calls to appropriate personnel or

departments, taking accurate information when necessary.

• Maintaining up-to-date and precise records of visitors, appointments,

and calls. Using software and tools to manage and organise this

information.

• Handling technical issues and troubleshooting minor equipment

problems.

• Assisting with setting up meeting rooms and necessary equipment and

coordinate schedules.

VCE Summer School Tutor

Melbourne University
01.2020 - 12.2020


  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Assisted students from underprivileged backgrounds online and in person for VCE study support.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Corrected exams and assignments, organised study groups, prepared powerpoints and notes for students.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Earth Science (Extended Major) Atmospheric (Minor)

Monash University
Melbourne, VIC
09.2023

Geoscience And Paleoclimatology

International Ocean Discovery Program Masterclass
University Of Sydney

Bachelor of Environmental Science - Environmental Science

RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC

Skills

  • Sourcing Requirements
  • Remediation Plans
  • Terrain Surface Mapping Software
  • Hazard Reduction
  • Geographic Information Systems
  • Seismic Processing
  • Instruction and Leadership

Accomplishments

  • Monash University Graduate with a Bachelor of Science, Extended Major in Earth Science; Minor in Atmospheric Science (2023 September)
  • Specialty areas: Geophysics, Hydrogeology, Contaminated Water and Soil, Australian Climate and Natural Hazards.
  • Chosen to represent Monash University in the Australian & New Zealand International Ocean Discovery Program (IODP) Consortium and participated in the Geoscience Masterclass

Certification

  • First Aid/CPR Certified
  • Qualified lifeguard
  • Working with children's check

Timeline

Research Assistant: PhD Contaminated Land and Soil

Monash University
12.2022 - 02.2023

Research Assistant (APPLEx -1)

Monash University
01.2022 - 03.2022

Lifeguard

Hume City Council
01.2020 - Current

Customer Service Officer

Hume City Council
01.2020 - Current

VCE Summer School Tutor

Melbourne University
01.2020 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Science - Earth Science (Extended Major) Atmospheric (Minor)

Monash University

Geoscience And Paleoclimatology

International Ocean Discovery Program Masterclass

Bachelor of Environmental Science - Environmental Science

RMIT University
Tatyana Porczak