Megan McNeil
@meganmcneil
Wildlife research assistant advancing wolf recovery with GIS, remote sensing, and data-driven ecology.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I’m a wildlife research assistant conducting research on Northern Rocky Mountain wolf populations to evaluate the role of border packs in recovery and management, focusing on the impacts of double-counting and hunting on population estimates. I assist with wolf population studies and have experience analyzing ecological questions such as coat color variation in the population and why it occurs.
Alongside research, I bring hands-on wildlife and lab experience from roles like Wildlife Technician at a Kamas Fish Hatchery—managing daily hatchery operations, conducting necropsies, and collecting blood samples for disease monitoring. I also apply graduate-level GIS and remote sensing training for spatial analysis and geospatial data interpretation, and I strengthen communication through science communication, public speaking, and inquiry-based STEM-integrated curriculum development.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
UUConduct research with Dr. MacNulty on Northern Rocky Mountain wolf populations, evaluating how border packs influence recovery and management through double-counting and hunting impacts. Support ongoing wolf population studies, including coat color variation analysis.
DRCamp Counselor
Deer Valley Resort
May 2024 - Aug 2024 (3 months)
Supervised children during outdoor experiential learning programs, leading activities including hiking, swimming, and ecology-focused learning. Promoted conservation awareness and ecological literacy through nature-based wildlife observation experiences and clear classroom management.
Wildlife Technician
Kamas Fish Hatchery
May 2023 - Aug 2023 (3 months)
Oversaw daily hatchery feeding and cleaning routines to support fish health and welfare. Performed necropsies and collected blood samples for disease diagnosis and helped stock trout to support local fisheries and ecosystem health.
UUExamined hair and bone fragments from mountain lion scat to determine prey species. Recorded dietary data to evaluate predation patterns and maintained accurate laboratory records using proper equipment and documentation.
Wildlife Technician
Kamas Fish Hatchery
May 2022 - Aug 2022 (3 months)
Managed daily fish hatchery operations, including feeding and cleaning, to maintain fish health. Conducted necropsies and collected blood samples for disease monitoring and supported stocking trout into local reservoirs and rivers.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UUUtah State University
Graduate Certificate, Geographic Information Science (GIS)
Activities and societies: Industry-standard GIS tools, spatial analysis, and geospatial data interpretation.
Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information Science (GIS), focused on GIS and remote sensing training. Coursework emphasizes real-world geospatial problem solving and data-driven decision-making.
Utah State University
Master of Education, Education
Master's degree in Education completed in 2025.
UUUtah State University
Bachelor of Science, Wildlife Ecology & Management
Grade: cum laude
Activities and societies: Minor in Biology.
Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Ecology & Management with a minor in Biology. Graduated cum laude.
Tech stack
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