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Kari Sogera Iamba

@karisogeraiamba

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Lecturer and entomology researcher using R-driven data analysis to understand insect–plant food webs.

Papua New Guinea

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can lead scientific research and data analysis while teaching—advancing ecological understanding in entomology (especially insect-plant food webs) through strong field and lab collaboration.

I initiate, formulate, lead and do research in entomology, ecology and zoology, with a particular strength in both forest and agricultural entomology. I focus on insect-plant food webs and their ecological significance on tropical forest succession, and I bring hands-on experience with biodiversity assessment and data analysis using R-programming.

As a Lecturer (Applied Entomology; Plant Pathology; Plant Protection) at PNG University of Natural Resources & Environment, I also led scientific and applied work from roles including Scientific Officer and Manager (Rainforest Habitat). Currently, I am pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in Entomology at the University of South Bohemia, combining research methods, collaboration, and teaching-focused professional growth.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Lecturer (Applied Entomology)

PNG University of Natural Resources & Environment

Jan 2018 - Jan 2022 (4 years)

Initiated and delivered applied entomology teaching and supported departmental instruction and research activities. Contributed to biodiversity assessment and entomology-focused scientific work within the Department of Agriculture.

Entomology Teaching Scientific Research Field Research Ecology Zoology

Lecturer (Plant Pathology)

PNG University of Natural Resources & Environment

Jan 2019 - Jan 2019 (0 months)

Taught plant pathology topics for the Department of Agriculture during 2019. Supported education and applied research discussions relevant to plant pests and diseases.

Plant Pathology Teaching Scientific Research Field Research Ecology

Lecturer (Plant Protection)

PNG University of Natural Resources & Environment

Jan 2019 - Jan 2019 (0 months)

Provided instruction in plant protection within the Department of Agriculture in 2019. Supported research-informed teaching aligned with entomology and ecological study areas.

Teaching Entomology Scientific Research Field Research Ecology

Manager (Rainforest Habitat)

PNG University of Technology

Jan 2016 - Jan 2018 (2 years)

Managed activities at the Rainforest Habitat unit to support research and training related to ecological studies. Coordinated work connected to rainforest-focused scientific projects during 2016–2018.

Ecosystem Management Scientific Research Project Planning Field Research Entomology Zoology

Graduate Student Researcher

New Guinea Binatang Research Centre

Jan 2015 - Jan 2015 (0 months)

Conducted graduate-level research at the New Guinea Binatang Research Centre in 2015. Collaborated with external institutions as part of research activities spanning entomology and ecology topics.

Scientific Research Entomology Ecology Zoology Field Research

Scientific Officer (Environmental Research)

Environmental Research & Management Centre

Jan 2010 - Jan 2012 (2 years)

Supported environmental research and management activities as a Scientific Officer from 2010–2012. Helped execute research work related to ecological study and applied field investigation.

Scientific Research Environmental Research Ecology Field Research Entomology

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of South Bohemia

Doctor of Philosophy in Entomology, Entomology

2022 -

Activities and societies: Research in entomology/ecology/zoology, including insect-plant food webs and tropical forest succession.

Doctor of Philosophy in Entomology at the University of South Bohemia (Institute of Entomology, Biology Centre, Czech Academy of Sciences). Research focuses on insect-plant food webs and their ecological significance in tropical forest succession.