SARAH E. PEARCE
B.Sc., M.Sc.
#303- 200 Douglas St.,
Victoria, B.C.
V8V 2N2
Tel.: 604-379-4136
Email:
[email protected]
Website:
http://sarahpearce.weebly.com/index.html
EMPLOYMENT
2010 (contracts)
Base Mapping, Integrated Resource Consultants Inc., Gibsons, B.C.
Captured GPS data in the field and created digital base maps using highresolution colour orthophotos and municipal shapefiles, for a large waterfront
redevelopment project on Squamish First Nations Band lands.
Digital Image Processing, U.B.C. Math Department, Vancouver, B.C.
Created false colour composites and mosaics using Landsat 7 etm and MODIS multispectral satellite imagery of arctic sea ice.
Roadside Interviewing, Canadian Centre for Substance Abuse, Ottawa, O.N. Captured primary research data via roadside interviews, administered BAC breathalyzer and sampled saliva.
Mineral and Fossil Identification, Elphinstone’s Rock and Gem Shop, Gibsons, B.C. Identified extensive quantities of minerals and fossils, designed a database, and input data.
2009
Spatial Database Creation, Ecological Restoration Associates, North Vancouver, B.C.
Created spatial relational database, conducted file cleaning, migrated data for cross-platform compatibility between MS Access and ArcGIS.
Wildfire Hazard Map Creation, Improvement District of North Cedar, B.C., Nanaimo, B.C.
Captured GPS data and generated wildland interface fire hazard zone maps using ArcGIS software. Also conducted ecological fire hazard field assessments.
2007
Geo-Spatial Scientist and Field Ecologist, Wildfire Interface Hazard Assessments, Mayne Island Fire Department, Victoria, B.C.
Captured GPS, GIS, and remotely sensed data and generated wildland interface fire hazard zone maps using ArcGIS software. Also conducted ecological fire hazard field assessments.
2006-2007
Provided a stimulating learning environment for adults and children with a wide variety of multicultural classroom teaching strategies. Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to maximize individual learning within a group
environment. Evaluated student progress.
2006
Summer Field Researcher, Wildfire Interface Hazard Assessments, Mayne Island, B.C. Created representative plots to delineate the boundaries of wildfire hazard zones. Consulted multi-party stakeholders including local First Nations. Classified forest communities and acquired GIS data.
2005
Directed Study: Urban Salt Marsh Restoration (Geography 490), University of Victoria with the Capitol Regional District, Victoria, B.C.
Designed sampling scheme, collected and processed soil samples, analyzed statistical data. Captured GIS data using a Trimble GPS and performed geospatial analysis. Used remote sensing to conduct a change detection analysis by digitizing historic hard copy orthophotos and comparing them with high resolution 2005 colour orthophotos. Produced two digital map layers (shapefiles) for an online arcIMF atlas.
2001-2002
Junior Project Scientist, Microbial Technologies, Roberts Creek, B.C. Conducted fieldwork and laboratory research for environmental consulting projects. Liaised with government, industry and public clients during the tenure of their contracts. Performed water chemistry analysis and toxicity testing. Established toxicity testing capabilities for the laboratory.
EDUCATION
2010-2008
Masters of Science in Remote Sensing
London, U.K.: University College London, Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geomatic Engineering
2006
Bachelor of Science in Geography (with distinction)
Victoria, B.C.: University of Victoria, Department of Geography
2001
Diploma in Environmental Studies (Arts and Science Program)
Vancouver, B.C.: Langara College, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies
1994
SKILLS
Spatial:
Experience in Earth Observation/Remote Sensing science, at a research level
Experience planning, implementing, and leading geoscience-based collaborative projects
Spectral analysis (multispectral, hyperspectral), digital image processing of satellite and aerial data sets
Experience consulting with, advising, supporting and presenting geomatics related information to clients
Modeling and geospatial analysis
Computer:
Advanced at ESRI ArcGIS (ArcMap, ArcCatalogue, ArcScene)
Advanced at Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Proficient at PCI Geomatica, ENVI, Google Earth Pro, Idrisi, and SPSS
Familiar with Microstation, HTML, MapInfo, IDL, UNIX environments, GML, and XML
Lab:
Biometrics, fecal coliform, BOD, TSS, microscopy, toxicity testing, soil and water sampling
Field ecology, forest habitat assessments, vegetation species identification
Extensive geological identification skills
Writing:
Proposals, reports, research papers
Leadership:
Society of Geography Students Co-Chair, 2004-2005
Works well in a team environment; excellent communication skills
Languages:
Fluent in English and French
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
2010
Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary
,
Station 35, Victoria, B.C.
2010 G.L.B.T.Q. Visitors’ Guide Map to Vancouver, Vancouver, B.C. 2003 Garry Oak Restoration Project, Victoria, B.C.
2004 Species at Risk Conference, Victoria, B.C.
1999 Department of Fisheries and Oceans: Storm Drain Marking Program, Vancouver, B.C.
CURRENT AND PAST PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION
MEMBERSHIPS
Geography:
2003-present Canadian Association of Geographers 2006-2008 Canadian Institute of Geomatics 2006-2008 American Geophysical Union Ecology:
2006-present Pacific Estuarine Research Society
INTERESTS
Professional: Remote sensing, geographic information systems (GIS), global change monitoring, restoration
Personal: Rock hounding, fossils, hiking, backyard astronomy
PRESENTATIONS AND AWARDS
2010 “GPS, GIS, and Remote Sensing,” Pearce, Sarah E. Kitsilano Secondary School, Grade 11 Science Class Guest Lecture, Vancouver, B.C., April 6th, 2010.
2009 “A Conceptual Approach to Dynamic Sedimentary Basin Modelling Using the Point Moment Method: The London Clay Formation Case Study,” Pearce, Sarah E. Vancouver GIS User Group, B.C. Hydro Building, Vancouver, B.C., October 14th, 2009.
2006 Second-place prize: Pacific Estuarine Research Society Conference: Undergraduate Oral Presentations.
