Ashleigh Magee
Gloucester
Summary
Research professional with solid foundation in data analysis, scientific methodologies, and project management. Demonstrates strong teamwork and adaptability, ensuring consistent delivery of impactful results. Skilled in research, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Known for reliability and effective collaboration under changing conditions.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab and Research Specialist Senior
Virginia Institute Of Marine Science
2010 - Current
- Act as Chief Scientist for American Shad and River Herring Monitoring Program
- Developed and implemented data collection protocols to enhance research accuracy and efficiency.
- Developed comprehensive research reports
- Monitored research database to assess accuracy, validity and integrity.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on technical skills development and career growth opportunities.
- Trained and mentored laboratory staff on best practices and equipment usage.
- Lab Manager for Age and Growth Lab-Managed inventory, equipment maintenance and procurement of new lab equipment.
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and policies
- Kept equipment maintained, facility clean, and organized and inventory stocked to maximize performance.
Laboratory and Research Specialist I
Virginia Institute Of Marine Science
2006 - 2010
- Act as assistant lab manager for American shad monitoring program
- Monitored research data to assess accuracy, validity and integrity.
- Mentored junior researchers, sharing expertise and guiding their professional development.
- Determined appropriate timelines and objectives for projects.
- Assisted in summarizing data for annual reports by creating charts, tables and graphs for use in explaining scientific data.
Laboratory Technician
Virginia Institute of Marine Science
01.1999 - 2005
- Complete field sampling for multiple monitoring programs
- Acted as Chief Scientist for Juvenile Finfish Trawl Survey
- Collection and processing of fish samples
- Analyzed datasets to support research findings, ensuring data integrity and accuracy.
- Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, YSI, microscopes, hydraulic press.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Reduced errors in data entry by meticulously reviewing and validating information before submission.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
Education
A.A.S. - Photography
Thomas Nelson Community College
Hampton, VA12-2005
Skills
- Data collection, management and interpretation
- Laboratory management
- Equipment management
- Organizational skills, attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
Virginia Institute of Marine Science
01.1999 - 2005
Lab and Research Specialist Senior
Virginia Institute Of Marine Science
2010 - Current
Laboratory and Research Specialist I
Virginia Institute Of Marine Science
2006 - 2010
A.A.S. - Photography
Thomas Nelson Community College