Sterling J. Brisbin 77 Newlight Lane Water Mill, New York 11976 [email protected] ◊ 516.659.5279 US Citizen - SS# 028-66-3941 EDUCATION University Of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences Dean’s Scholarship, 2003-2007 GPA: 3.4/4.0 Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY Master of Science, Biological Oceanography GPA: 3.6/4.0

May 2007

May 2010 (Expected)

EXPERIENCE Our World Underwater Scholarship Society April 2008 - April 2009 2008 North American Rolex Scholar • Prestigious experience based scholarship focused on marine conservation, exploration and education • Travel & work experiences in Scandinavia, Egypt, USA, Australia and Micronesia • Worked with world leaders in marine science, diving technology, medical research, film and video • Granted membership to The Explorer’s Club New York State Department of Environmental Conservation February 2008 - June 2008 Bureau of Marine Resources – Special Technical Advisor • Member of New York State’s ‘Seagrass Task Force’ • Tasked with creating ecosystem based management plan for submerged aquatic vegetation in New York State University of New York at Stony Brook, Stony Brook, NY September 2007 - Present Research Assistant and Graduate Student – School of Marine & Atmospheric Sciences • Active member of the Bradley Peterson Research Lab • Masters Candidate (MS Marine Biology - May 2010) • Thesis focused on population genetics of Zostera marina in Long Island estuaries U. S. Geological Survey, Fire Island National Seashore, NY Marine Biologist • Monitor water quality and sea grass beds in Fire Island National Seashore • Build, operate and maintain computerized sensor systems • Small boat handling, research diver, plan and execute research efforts

June 2007 - Present

USC Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber, Two Harbors, CA January 2007 - Present Hyperbaric Chamber Technician/Intern • Provide emergency treatment for SCUBA diving accidents • Coordinate helicopter medevac flights with USCG, LA Sheriff • Assist in diving and search and rescue training with USCG, LA Sheriff, CA Fish & Game, etc. • Promote education and diving safety After School Sports Connection (USC), Los Angeles, CA Spring 2004 - Spring 2005 Sports Coach & Program Coordinator • Supervised five coaches; led Basketball and Volleyball coaching programs • Program head at Weemes Elementary School; taught basketball and volleyball to students grades 2 - 6

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Sterling J. Brisbin 77 Newlight Lane Water Mill, New York 11976 [email protected] ◊ 516.659.5279 US Citizen - SS# 028-66-3941 ACTIVITIES Stony Brook University Scientific Diving Program June 2009 - Present • Assisting in development of an AAUS compliant diving program at Stony Brook University • Provide diving services & resources to various researchers at Stony Brook University USC Catalina Semester January 2007 - May 2007 • Lived and studied at the USC Wrigley Institute for Environmental Studies on Catalina Island • Developed and executed several laboratory and sub-tidal experiments on Gorgonians • Engaged in an intense program of advanced coursework focused on Marine Population Dynamics • Earned NAUI master diver, AAUS scientific diver and hyperbaric technician certifications USC Men's Varsity Crew, Vice Captain August 2003 - May 2007 • Effectively managed team responsibilities while maintaining full-time college course load • Administered $200,000 annual budget; allocated funds to purchase new equipment, interviewed and hired new crew coach • Represented USC at international rowing competitions – Henley Royal Regatta Boy Scouts of America, Senior Patrol Leader & Assistant Scoutmaster, Syosset, NY • Provide leadership and organization for middle and high school scouts • Counselor for Oceanography merit badge

1991 - Present

ADDITIONAL SKILLS & INFORMATION Certified Hyperbaric Chamber Technician, 2007 - present PADI SCUBA Instructor and AAUS Scientific Diver qualification, 2007 - present Emergency First Aid Instructor, 2009 - present Technical Skills: Microsoft Office, PC and MAC platforms ArcView/ArcGIS YSI Sonde Maintainance & Operation DNA Extraction, PCR & DNA Sequencing Techniques Video & Still Photography and Production REFERENCES/SUPERVISOR CONTACT INFO Bradley J. Peterson Assistant Professor - Stony Brook University 239 Montauk Highway Southampton, NY 11968 (631) 632 5044 [email protected] Hilary A. Neckles USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center 196 Whitten Road Augusta, ME 04330 (207) 622-8205 ext. 119 [email protected] Robin M. Parish North American VP & Coordinator - Our World Underwater Scholarship (630) 653 9371 [email protected]

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