Amanda Maxemchuk
About Amanda Maxemchuk
Amanda Maxemchuk is a Senior Ecological Risk Assessor with extensive experience in ecological site characterization and exposure modeling. She has held various positions in academia, consulting, and non-profit organizations, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of environmental issues.
Current Role at SRC
Amanda Maxemchuk serves as a Senior Ecological Risk Assessor at SRC, a position she has held since 2022. Located in Duxbury, Massachusetts, she focuses on ecological risk assessment, utilizing her extensive background in environmental science to evaluate and manage ecological risks associated with various projects.
Previous Experience in Environmental Science
Prior to her current role, Amanda Maxemchuk held several significant positions in the field of environmental science. She worked as a Senior Marine Biologist and Environmental Scientist at BMT from 2017 to 2022. Before that, she was a Technical Leader at AECOM from 2015 to 2017 and a Principal Research Scientist at Battelle from 2007 to 2015. Her experience spans both consulting and research environments.
Educational Background
Amanda Maxemchuk earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science/Marine Science from Rutgers University, where she studied from 1987 to 1991. She then pursued a Master of Science degree in Marine Biology at the College of William and Mary, specifically at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science, completing her studies from 1991 to 1998.
Expertise in Ecological Risk Assessment
Amanda Maxemchuk has developed expertise in ecological site characterization and exposure modeling for both aquatic and terrestrial habitats. Her work includes conducting site investigations at over 65 Superfund, RCRA, and other hazardous waste sites, providing her with a comprehensive understanding of environmental issues and risk management.
Contributions to Environmental Management
Throughout her career, Amanda Maxemchuk has contributed to environmental management by developing strategic approaches to optimize information necessary for decision-making. She has also performed independent external peer reviews for ecosystem restoration planning models for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, demonstrating her commitment to enhancing environmental practices.