J ULIA C ANCRO

201-937-3280 | jcancro18@gmail.com

E DUCATION
Rutgers University January 2024
B.S. in Ecology, Evolution, and Natural Resources, Minor in Marine Sciences New Brunswick, NJ
• Honors: summa cum laude – GPA: 4.0/4.0

Bergen Community College May 2020

A.S. in Natural Science and Mathematics, General Paramus, NJ
• Honors: summa cum laude – GPA: 4.0/4.0

• Memberships: Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Judith K. Winn School of Honors

R ELEVANT C OURSEWORK
Oceanographic Methods & Data Analysis Principles of Natural Resource Management
Wildlife Ecology & Conservation Analytical Methods in Ecology & Evolution
Dynamics of Marine Ecosystems Fund. of Ecol. & Envi. Modeling
Invertebrate Zoology Calculus I & II
Plant Ecology Organic Chemistry I & II

R ELEVANT P ROJECTS
Oceanographic Cruise Report September - December 2023
Rutgers University
• Programmed and deployed a CTD/rosette, analyzed nutrient concentrations by spectrophotometry, estimated

dissolved oxygen concentrations through Winkler Titration, and extracted DNA via PCR
• Created graphical representations of spatial and temporal differences of the biology within Raritan Bay

Aquatic Macroinvertebrate Community Assessment September - December 2023

Rutgers University
• Developed a study to measure macroinvertebrate species diversity at four sites in Buell Brook at the RUEP

• Generated a scientific report discussing the management and restoration potential of each site in Buell Brook

Black Vulture Management Plan September - December 2022

Rutgers University
• Modeled black vulture population growth and dynamics through the construction of population viability

analyses, stochastic matrix models, sensitivity and elasticity analyses, and harvest models
• Analyzed models to determine the best management techniques for black vultures of New Jersey

Sentinel Glider Mission September - December 2022

Rutgers University
• Conducted research with RUCOOL to facilitate the first circumnavigation of the world’s oceans using an AUV

• Collaborated with experts at Teledyne to create an educational glider video

R ELEVANT E XPERIENCE
NSF REU Intern June 2023 – August 2023
Brooklyn College Brooklyn, NY
• Used a dilution technique to estimate the impact of microzooplankton grazing on phytoplankton of three size

fractions at two sites of differing dissolved oxygen levels within Jamaica Bay
• Conducted statistical analyses utilizing t-tests and regression models to determine the significance of

differences in grazing pressure between sites; identified a 33% greater grazing pressure for phytoplankton
< 5 µm in diameter at the site with a higher concentration of dissolved oxygen
Laboratory Technician October 2023 – present
Rutgers University New Brunswick, NJ
• Preparing vials, centrifuge tubes, and sample bottles for sterile trace metal isolation via acid washing

• Gaining familiarity with the preconcentration method applied in seaFAST trace metal analysis
 Laboratory Assistant September 2023 – December 2023
Rutgers University New Brunswick, NJ
• Conducted radio telemetry surveys to study habitat requirements and movements of Northern Copperheads

• Improved coastal resiliency through targeted management of invasive plant species followed by the

introduction of native wetland plants

Seasonal Zookeeper Summers, 2018 – 2020
Bergen County Zoo Paramus, NJ
• Maintained the habitats of animals including bison, elk, monkeys, alligators, marmosets, etc.

• Trained and provided sensory, novel, food, and environmental enrichment to our animals

• Analyzed and responded to animal injuries and escapes in an effective manner

Veterinary Technician November 2019 – August 2020

Bergen Passaic Animal Hospital Lodi, NJ
• Administered blood tests, medications, and vaccines to various breeds of dogs and cats on a daily basis

• Assisted the veterinarian during surgical procedures

W ORK E XPERIENCE
Key Holder July 2021 – August 2022
Francesca Brick Oven Pizza & Pasta Glen Rock, NJ
• Coordinated both front- and back-of-house operations roughly 60 hours per week

• Oversaw product deliveries, documented payroll data, trained staff, and managed inventory

Waitress August 2017 – July 2021

Francesca Brick Oven Pizza & Pasta Glen Rock, NJ
• Provided friendly and professional customer service in a fast-paced work environment

Aftercare Aide September 2016 – June 2017

Central School Aftercare Glen Rock, NJ
• Established a fun and safe learning environment for 60 children per day, around 6 hours per week

V OLUNTEER E XPERIENCE
Intercultural Conversations Program Volunteer September 2019 – December 2019
Bergen Community College Paramus, NJ
• Helped international students strengthen their communication skills in two, 30-minute sessions per week

Volunteer Zookeeper February 2017 – March 2018

Bergen County Zoo Paramus, NJ
• Ensured the safety of animals including cows, sheep, goats, etc.

S KILLS
Laboratory: Fluorometric chlorophyll analysis, Gel electrophoresis, Dichotomous Keys, iNaturalist
Programming: Microsoft Excel (Proficient), R Studio (Intermediate)
Languages: Spanish (Intermediate), Levantine Arabic (Beginner)