Elizabeth Chase

Environmental Scientist at LaBella Associates

Cicero, New York, United States

About

I am an alumni of Clarkson University where I graduated with a B.S. in Environmental Science & Policy with minors in Biology and Project Management. Since graduation, I have expanded my knowledge and skill set in the world of environmental science, compliance, and permitting.

Experience

  • Environmental Scientist at LaBella Associates

  • Environmental Inspector at TRC Companies, Inc.

    Work with Planning, Permitting, & Licensing team to conduct pre and post construction surveys, construction monitoring, and prepare monitoring reports. Work with construction crews and contractors to maintain compliance with permits and regulation on renewable energy and transmission line projects, while assuring that all erosion and sedimentation control measures are installed and maintained. Conduct SWPPP inspections and write SWPPP reports.

  • Undergraduate Research Assistant at Clarkson University Biology Department

    Assist with professor's research on Environmental DNA metabarcoding to discover the presence or absence of species in water samples from Willow Lake, Arizona. Blasted 300 genetic sequences using NCBI Blast and the GenBank Database to determine which vertebrates were detected in the samples. Compared results of waterfowl point counts with those identified in the eDNA samples.

  • Environmental Intern Inspector at TRC Companies, Inc.

    Worked with Planning, Permitting, & Licensing team to conduct pre and post construction surveys, construction monitoring, and prepare monitoring reports. Worked with construction crews and contractors to maintain compliance with permits and regulation on renewable energy and transmission line projects while assuring that all erosion and sedimentation control measures are installed and maintained. Assisted Environmental Scientists with invasive species mapping and tree surveying, and Project Managers with administrative tasks.

  • Peer Leader at Clarkson University FY100

    Teach college readiness skills to freshmen in order to facilitate a smooth transition from high school. Engage with a diverse team to lead activities, research, and constructive dialogue with freshmen. Lead discussions focused on academic, personal, and professional development. Instruct the class of freshman and peer mentors.

  • Undergraduate Teaching Assistant at Clarkson University Biology Department

    Help the graduate teaching assistant instruct the lab. Guide the lab students by clarifying procedures and answering questions. Clean and organize lab space before and after lab sessions. Grade and provide feedback on post-lab assignments and reports.

  • Exam Proctor at Clarkson University Office of Accessibility Services

    Maintain confidentiality of students taking exams and detailed exam records. Uphold the highest degree of academic integrity and report violations. Provide clear instructions for students.

  • Peer Mentor at Clarkson University FY100

    Teach college readiness skills to freshmen in order to facilitate a smooth transition from high school. Engage with a diverse team to lead activities, research, and constructive dialogue with freshmen. Lead discussions focused on academic, personal, and professional development.