Collin Schwantes
About Collin Schwantes
Collin Schwantes is a Data Librarian at EcoHealth Alliance, based in Washington, D.C. He has a diverse background in data management and analytics, with previous roles at Accenture and various academic institutions.
Current Role at EcoHealth Alliance
Collin Schwantes serves as a Data Librarian at EcoHealth Alliance, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on data management and library sciences, contributing to the organization's mission. His responsibilities include leveraging data to enhance productivity and developing reproducible analytics workflows. Based in Washington, D.C., Schwantes plays a crucial role in managing data resources that support EcoHealth Alliance's initiatives.
Previous Experience at Accenture
Before joining EcoHealth Alliance, Collin Schwantes worked at Accenture as an Associate Manager in Analytics from 2016 to 2021. During his five years in this role, he was based in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. His work involved managing analytics projects and utilizing data to drive business decisions. This experience provided him with a strong foundation in data analysis and project management.
Educational Background
Collin Schwantes earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he studied Biology with a focus on Evolutionary Biology, Spanish, and Zoology from 2006 to 2011. He later pursued a Master of Arts in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Colorado Boulder, completing his studies from 2013 to 2015. His educational background equips him with a solid understanding of biological sciences and data management.
Teaching and Research Experience
Collin Schwantes has experience in academia, having worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant and Chair's Research Assistant at the University of Colorado Boulder in 2014. He also served as a Graduate Research Assistant from 2013 to 2015. These roles involved supporting faculty and conducting research, contributing to his skills in data management and analysis within an educational context.
Early Career Roles
Collin Schwantes began his career with various roles that provided foundational skills. He worked as a Specialist at Apple for three months in 2008 and served as a Tutor at Greater University Tutoring Service from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, he was a Leader at Slow Food UW from 2010 to 2011 and a Senate Page for the State of Wisconsin from 2007 to 2008. These early experiences contributed to his development in customer service, leadership, and tutoring.