Botanist Resume

Every person likes to admire the beauty of flora and fauna in their surroundings, and some go to the extent of making a career in the field just because they are passionate about exploring the myriad surprises nature has to offer. If you are the one who wants to be a plant explorer and scrutinize a variety of plant species existing on earth, you can consider a botanist career. Botanists study all types of vegetation, including cacti and fungus and examine the effects of changing climatic conditions on plants. They study the effect on pollution on plants, reduce the effects, converse plants, and medicinal properties for use by humans. These professionals play a pivotal role in saving the green cover on earth and finding out new medical remedies. To work in this field, a bachelor's degree in botanical science, willingness to work and stay away from home are necessary for the job.

Sample of Botanist Resume

Anna K. Hudson
850 Parker Drive
Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Phone:216-928-9412
Email: anna.hudson@anymail.com

Job Objective:

Result-oriented botany professional looking for a senior position in research industry where my experience of exploring all types of plants can help in research and find effective remedies for conservation, forestry, and horticulture.

Summary of Skills:

Comprehensive knowledge of environmental assessment and invasive plant management techniques
Ability to conduct field surveys on botanical parks, gardens, forests, and work under severe weather conditions
In-depth information about the state's regulation for rare species protection act and wetland permitting
Capable of conducting floral surveys and managing and monitoring plants' growth, and ID using GPS Mapping or Data Analysis
Familiar with technologies used in botanical research institutes
Flexible to travel, stay outdoor, and work under any climatic conditions

Work Experience:

Botanist
Zathrax ICF International, Cleveland, Ohio
November 2016 – Present

Studying the life cycle of rare plant species from the samples of plant chromosomes, tissues and cells
Working with other botanists to determine possible drugs, medicines and other products from plants
Participating in on-field visits to identify new species of plants and determine their class of specimen in the plant hierarchy
Writing biological evaluation reports and conservation assessments results for popular research journals and attending seminars
Growing plants in special experiments to review the ecological and genetic factors in the chromosome tissues

Botanist
Spanace Group Pvt. Ltd., Cleveland, Ohio
August 2015 – October 2016

Conducted state surveys for endangered plants and identified new species using dissecting microscope
Studied genetics of plants by examining their molecular structure using biochemical methods and understood the patterns of development
Conducted experiments to study the effects of soil, sunlight, topography and weather conditions on plant development
Assisted senior biologists to collect field data and prepare reports on collected information with the help of topographical maps, aerial photos, GPS and other tools
Supervised a team of 5 interns to collect seasonal native special seeds and cuttings

Field Botanist
Spanace Group Pvt. Ltd., Cleveland, Ohio
April 2013 – July 2015

Performed on-field surveys for vascular plant species like fungi, weed, lichens and prepared reports on advised control methods
Coordinated with state resource specialists to update the surveys for rare plant and animal species in the state
Compiled a report on the status of affected botanical resources under renewable energy resource plan
Assisted botanical specialists in the state to carry out effective restoration procedures for affected plant species and followed a designed procedure for name changes
Visited on-site locations and wrote a report on complete species list, habitat description, and new discovered plants
Spread awareness to save exotic plant species by conducting monthly seminars in public places

Botanist Assistant
Soylent Green Corporation, Cleveland, Ohio
June 2011 – March 2013

Studied and understood techniques used in green house management, basic landscaping principles for gardening and plant propagation
Applied basic knowledge of environment systems regarding pests and diseases to company's green houses for timely identification and control
Assisted team in the landscaping of green house spread on a 300+ acre facility under the instructions of supervisors
Determined soil quality by sending samples to the lab to understand nutrients, moisture retention percentage and pest isolation
Learned methods to plant, cultivate and harvest plants in horticulture section including flowering plants and shrubs

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Botany
Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
2011

Reference:

On request.