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I'M MARINA
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MARINA TSIOTA
MARINA TSIOTA
Age: 27
Nationality: GREEK
ABOUT ME
From a young age, I’ve always had a sense of motivation and passion driving me forward. Whether it’s exploring unique opportunities, learning additional skills, or meeting new people, I bring these values to every experience throughout my life on a personal and professional level. To learn more about me, keep exploring my site or reach out directly.
SKILLS
SOFT
HARD
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Background & Expertise
Throughout the years, each of my professional experiences has been an opportunity to learn and grow, and has greatly contributed to the person I am today. Check out my full background below to learn more.
COORDINATOR/INSTRUCTOR, PLAY WITH SCIENCE, ATHENS, GR
December 2013 - August 2020
Organizing and teaching science workshops in elementary schools and children's libraries around Greece.
Developing ideas for science and biology workshops, science projects and hands-on experiments.
Successfully communicating ideas to students and coordinating different age groups.
ANIMAL TECHNICIAN, WELLCOME TRUST SANGER INSTITUTE, CAMBRIDGE, UK
October 2015 - October 2017
Breeding, colony and stock management of transgenic mice -Trained to use MCMS Mouse Colony Management System (LIMS).
Data entry into internal database, cohorting mice and auditing animal rooms.
Completing genotyping tasks, behavioral observation for studies, necropsy and sampling as part of the Mouse Genomes Project.
Record keeping, assessing animals, reporting health concerns & day to day animal care.
If you have questions about my experience, or if you would like me to provide references, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
INTERNSHIPS
Practice and Work Experience
“THERE'S A WAY TO DO IT BETTER . . . FIND IT.”
Thomas A. Edison
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
What I’ve Studied
Oct 2011 - Feb 2016
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
APPLIED ANIMAL STUDIES
The University of Northampton, Northampton, UK
Fields of Specialization:
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Zoo Management and Conservation
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Animal Welfare and Behavior
Nov 2016 - Nov 2017
DIPLOMA IN LABORATORY ANIMAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Institute of Animal Technology, Cambridge, UK
IAT Level 2 Diploma (QCF - 600/0559/2)
COURSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Further Training and Learning
SUCCESSFUL NEGOTIATION: ESSENTIAL STRATEGIES AND SKILLS
2020
University of Michigan through Coursera
SUSTAINABLE FOOD PRODUCTION THROUGH
LIVESTOCK HEALTH MANAGEMENT
2020
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
through Coursera
FUNDAMENTALS OF MANAGEMENT
2020
University of California, Irvine through Coursera
FUNDAMENTALS OF DIGITAL MARKETING
2020
Google Digital Garage
“DO NOT GO WHERE THE PATH MAY LEAD. INSTEAD GO WHERE THERE IS NO PATH AND LEAVE A TRAIL”
Ralph Waldo Emerson
VOLUNTEER WORK
Giving Back
PROJECTS AND STARTUPS
To provide a tangible showcase of my work, I’ve included a portfolio of my most recent projects. Take a moment to explore below, and reach out if you’re interested in learning more about what I have to offer.
INTERESTS AND HOBBIES
No matter how busy life gets, I believe in continuous personal growth through exploring interests, hobbies, and a variety of activities. Take a look below to learn more about what I like to do in my spare time.
TRAVEL & WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH
Native/Bilingual Proficiency
GREEK
Native/Bilingual Proficiency
DANISH
Elementary Proficiency