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Biography
Since beginning my research career I have applied molecular biology and metagenomics within a broad range of contexts, from bioprospecting and discovery of novel microorganisms in sub-Antarctic and Antarctic environments to investigating microbe-mineral interactions in geological formations, e.g. cave speleothems and desert varnish, and in 2005 I joined CSIRO as a Molecular Biologist investigating genetic controls for invasive fish species. For the past 10 years my research has been focussed in the marine environment, specifically, the use of metagenomics for the study of microbial ecology and it’s utility for ecological monitoring, particularly in our coastal systems, in relation to anthropogenic impacts and determining long-term trends in ocean health.
Current Roles
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Marine Microbiome Initiative Facility Leader, Integrated Marine Observing System (2019-)
Managing the processing and archiving of genomics samples from the IMOS National Reference Station network. These samples provide a crucial spatial and temporal scaffold for the understanding of Australian marine microbiology which in turn underpins long term observations on the status and trends of oceanic health, biogeochemistry and primary productivity. In addition, the eDNA represents a valuable resource suitable for genomic interrogation of a diverse range of taxa at multi-trophic levels providing further insights into biodiversity and marine ecosystem processes.
Academic Qualifications
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2004
Doctor of Philosophy
University of Tasmania -
1997
BSc Honours, First Class, Genetics 4
Unviersity of Tasmania -
1996
Bachelor of Science
University of Tasmania
Professional Experiences
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2004-2005
Postdoctoral Fellow
Biology Department, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, USA -
2003-2004
Lecturer
Environmental Health & General Microbiology, Institute of TAFE Tasmania, Hobart, Tasmania -
2002-2004
Teaching Assistant/Laboratory Demonstrator
Microbiology, School of Agricultural Science, University of Tasmania, Hobart, Tasmania -
2001-2003
Technician
Microbiology, Diagnostic Services Pty. Ltd., Hobart Pathology, Hobart, Tasmania -
1998-2001
Molecular Biologist
CRC Institute for Antarctic & Southern Ocean Studies & School of Agricultural Science, University of Tasmania, Hobart, Tasmania -
1997-1998
Research Assistant
Population Biology & Ecosystems Dynamics Sub Program of the Tropical & Pelagic Ecosystems Program, CSIRO Marine & Atmospheric Research, Hobart, Tasmania -
1997-1997
Research Assistant
Department of Plant Science, University of Tasmania, Hobart Tasmania
Community and Corporate Citizenship
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2006-2012
PC2 Genetics Facility Management