Tammy Wilson
About Tammy Wilson
Tammy Wilson serves as the Assistant Unit Leader at the U.S. Geological Survey in Amherst, Massachusetts, a position she has held since 2020. With a strong background in wildlife ecology and quantitative analysis, she previously worked as a Quantitative Ecologist for the National Park Service for nine years.
Work at U.S. Geological Survey
Tammy Wilson has served as the Assistant Unit Leader at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) since 2020. Based in Amherst, Massachusetts, she has been involved in various projects related to ecological research and conservation. In her role, she applies her expertise in quantitative spatial analyses to monitor species distribution, abundance, and habitat selection. Her work at USGS emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to address applied conservation problems.
Previous Experience at National Park Service
Before joining USGS, Tammy Wilson worked as a Quantitative Ecologist at the National Park Service from 2011 to 2020. During her nine years in the Anchorage, Alaska area, she focused on ecological research and contributed to the understanding of species and habitat dynamics within national parks. This experience enhanced her skills in quantitative analysis and ecological modeling.
Education and Expertise
Tammy Wilson earned her Ph.D. in Wildlife Ecology from Utah State University, where she studied from 2005 to 2010. She also holds a Master of Science in Wildlife Ecology from the same institution, completed from 2002 to 2005. Earlier, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental, Population and Organismal Biology from the University of Colorado Boulder, graduating in 1994. Her academic background underpins her specialization in statistical data analysis and modeling techniques.
Teaching and Research Involvement
Tammy Wilson has experience in classroom instruction, particularly in the field of Biometry. She has engaged undergraduates in research projects, fostering a learning environment that emphasizes practical application of ecological concepts. Her teaching experience complements her research work, allowing her to bridge academic knowledge with real-world conservation challenges.
Specialization in Quantitative Ecology
Tammy Wilson specializes in the application of quantitative spatial analyses to ecological research. Her expertise includes monitoring species distribution, abundance, and habitat selection across various spatial scales. She is fluent in advanced statistical techniques, including multivariate, likelihood-based, and Bayesian methods, which are essential for her research in wildlife ecology.