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Hayden Tackley

Hayden Tackley

PhD Candidate and Instructor

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Halifax, Halifax Regional MunicipalityMember since March 25, 2025
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Experienced geoscientist with expertise in hydrogeology, coastal engineering, hydrology, and environmental science. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. at Dalhousie University, focusing on saltwater intrusion in estuarine environments. I am seeking a research or environmental science role where I aim to contribute to impactful projects that advance sustainable water resource management while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop practical solutions for environmental challenges.

Experience

  1. Adjunct Lecturer

    2020 - Present

    Dalhousie University, Halifax, Canada, Department of Civil and Resource Engineering

    Developed and implemented core course in the civil and environmental engineering program.

    Delivered lectures and evaluated performance for over ~ 600 students over 6 terms.

    Managed multiple teaching assistants, ensuring proper use of hours

  2. Civil Engineering Intern

    2022 - 2023

    Civil Engineering Intern Nova Scotia Department of Environment and Climate Change, Halifax Canada

    Developed coastal erosion risk factor assessment educational material to be used for the training of professional engineers, geoscientists, and surveyors.

    Developed training material for the safe and accurate assessment of sites using test pits.

  3. Assistant Manager

    2015 - 2018

    Rogers Wireless, Bedford, Canada

    Supervised daily operations, ensuring exceptional customer service and efficient sales processes.

    Assisted in hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations to build a high-performing team.

    Stakeholder engagement and involvement through education on science and engineering-related topics.

Education

  1. Doctor of Philosophy, Civil Engineering

    Dalhousie University, Halifax, Canada

    Focus: Hydrogeology, coastal engineering, hydrology, climate abatement, environmental science

  2. Graduate Diploma, Integrated Water Resources Management

    McGill University, Monreal, Canada

  3. Graduate Diploma, University Teaching

    University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, Canada

  4. Master of Applied Science, Civil Engineering

    Dalhousie University, Halifax, Canada

    Focus: Contaminant fate and transport, contaminated site assessment

  5. Bachelor of Science, Earth Science

    Dalhousie University, Halifax, Canada

    Minors: Physics, Oceanography

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