Kathryn Maingot

Final-year BSc (Hons) Marine Biology and Coastal Ecology student with hands-on experience in laboratory systems, aquatic organism husbandry, and ecological research. Skilled in maintaining controlled aquatic environments, monitoring water quality, and collecting high-quality biological data. Highly organised, detail-oriented, and reliable, with a strong interest in supporting laboratory operations and research activities.

Retail and Admissions Assistant at National Marine Aquarium (2026-01 – Present)

• Support daily operations, ensuring organisation and smooth visitor flow
• Represent the aquarium professionally, promoting public engagement with marine conservation

Subject Specific Student Ambassador at University of Plymouth (2025-01 – Present)

• Deliver presentations and campus tours, communicating scientific concepts clearly to diverse audiences
• Assist academic staff during open days and applicant events, ensuring smooth organisation and deliver

Dissertation Research at University of Plymouth (2025-09 – 2026-01)

Independently designed and implemented laboratory and field methodology investigating Littorina obtusata.

• Set up and maintained controlled aquatic systems suitable for molluscs and macroalgal species
• Monitored water quality (dissolved oxygen, pH, salinity, temperature)
• Managed and analysed datasets for statistical analysis using R
• Collected and recorded ecological data with a focus on accuracy and repeatability
• Maintained organised records of experimental procedures, observations, and results

Laboratory Component at Área de Conservación Guanacaste, Costa Rica (2025-07 – 2025-07)

Supported laboratory-based environmental assessments linked to mangrove rehabilitation.

• Assisted in crustacean physiology experiments and osmoregulatory analysis
• Collected and recorded biological measurements with attention to precision and consistency
• Operated handheld refractometers and vapour pressure osmometers

Mangrove Rehabilitation Expedition at Área de Conservación Guanacaste, Costa Rica (2025-07 – 2025-07)

• Contributed to ecological monitoring and restoration of mangrove habitats
• Collected environmental and biological data in challenging field conditions
• Followed structured protocols to ensure data reliability and worked effectively within a team

Seagrass Ecology Field Course at Kristineberg Marine Research Station (2024-07 – 2024-08)

• Conducted seagrass meadow sampling and habitat assessments
• Collected environmental and biological data related to seagrass carbon storage and ecosystem function and climate impacts

Marine, Coastal and Large Mammal Courses at University of Plymouth (2023-10 – 2025-09)

• Conducted marine biodiversity surveys and intertidal sampling species identification in South Africa and UK
• Operated field equipment including a towed undulating CTD system
• Completed independent scientific reports based on collected data

Field Assistant at University of Trinidad and Tobago (2022-07 – 2023-06)

Assisted in research identifying nursery habitats for juvenile hammerhead sharks.

• Collected environmental data using Secchi disks and multiparameter monitors
• Captured, measured, and recorded biological data following structured protocols

Assistant to Natural History Curator at The Box Museum (2024-03 – Present)

• Assisted with documentation and preservation of museum specimens via wet preservation
• Use of Formalin, IMS and cryoprotectants
• Catalogued herbarium and marine collections

Conservation & Rehabilitation Volunteer at Wildfowl Trust, Point-a-Pierre (2021-08 – 2023-05)

• Assisted with care, feeding, and rehabilitation of wetland birds
• Supported habitat management and sanctuary maintenance

Secretary at Marine Biology Society, University of Plymouth (2024-05 – Present)

• Coordinate meetings, events, and internal communications

Vice Chair at International Students of Plymouth (2024-09 – 2025-06)

• Assisted with organisational leadership, event planning, and student engagement

BSc. Marine Biology and Coastal Ecology in Marine Biology and Coastal Ecology – University of Plymouth (2023-01 – 2026-01)

School for Sustainability – University of Gothenburg (2024-06 – 2024-08)

Advanced Proficiency Diploma – St. Joseph's Convent (2014-09 – 2021-07)