Kristin Boggs
About Kristin Boggs
Kristin Boggs is a biologist currently employed at the U.S. Geological Survey in Wellsboro, PA, where she has worked since 2016. She has a background in environmental science and has held various positions in ecological research and education.
Work at U.S. Geological Survey
Kristin Boggs has been employed at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) as a Biologist since 2016. Her role is based in Wellsboro, PA, where she has contributed to various research initiatives. At USGS, she is involved in scientific studies that focus on ecological and environmental assessments. Her work supports the agency's mission to provide reliable scientific information about the natural resources and natural hazards that affect the United States.
Previous Experience at Georgia Department of Transportation
Before joining USGS, Kristin Boggs worked as an Ecologist at the Georgia Department of Transportation from 2015 to 2016. During her tenure in Atlanta, GA, she focused on ecological assessments related to transportation projects. This position allowed her to apply her biological expertise to ensure that environmental considerations were integrated into transportation planning and development.
Education and Expertise
Kristin Boggs studied Environmental Science at the Rochester Institute of Technology, where she earned both her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees from 2008 to 2013. Her educational background provided her with a solid foundation in biological sciences, ecology, and environmental management. Additionally, she studied at The School for Field Studies, Center for Marine Resource Studies, further enhancing her expertise in environmental research.
Research Activities at Northern Appalachian Research Laboratory
Since 2016, Kristin Boggs has been actively involved in research activities at the Northern Appalachian Research Laboratory, part of the Leetown Science Center. Her work at the laboratory focuses on ecological research, contributing to the understanding of various environmental issues. This role allows her to engage in field studies and data analysis, supporting the laboratory's mission to advance scientific knowledge in the region.
Early Career at Rochester Institute of Technology and University of Georgia
Kristin Boggs began her career in academia as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant at the Rochester Institute of Technology in 2009. She held this position for two months, assisting in the educational development of undergraduate students. Additionally, she worked as a Laboratory Technician at the University of Georgia from 2014 to 2015, where she gained practical laboratory experience that contributed to her professional development in the biological sciences.