Carolyn Malecha
About Carolyn Malecha
Carolyn Malecha is a fish biologist with extensive experience in fisheries management and research. She has worked for various organizations, including the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the U.S. Geological Survey, and holds a Master's degree in Fisheries and Aquatic Biology from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities.
Current Role at U.S. Geological Survey
Carolyn Malecha has been employed as a Fish Biologist at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) since 2019. Her work is based in Klamath Falls, Oregon, where she focuses on aquatic ecosystems and fish populations. Over the past five years, she has contributed to various research projects aimed at understanding fish behavior and habitat requirements.
Previous Experience at U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Prior to her current position, Carolyn Malecha worked at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) in multiple roles. She served as an AIS Fisheries Technician in Green Bay, Wisconsin, for nine months in 2015 to 2016. Additionally, she worked as a Fisheries Technician for seven months in Pierre, South Dakota, in 2016, and for four months in Ashland, Wisconsin, in 2013. These roles provided her with hands-on experience in fish management and conservation.
Experience at Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission
From 2018 to 2019, Carolyn Malecha held the position of Fisheries Biologist at the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission in Lewiston, Idaho. During her eleven-month tenure, she engaged in research and management activities related to fish populations and aquatic habitats, further enhancing her expertise in fisheries biology.
Educational Background in Fisheries and Aquatic Biology
Carolyn Malecha earned her Master's degree in Fisheries and Aquatic Biology from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, completing her studies from 2016 to 2018. Prior to this, she obtained her Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources with an emphasis in Fisheries and Wildlife Ecology from Northland College, where she studied from 2011 to 2015. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in fish biology and ecology.
Tutoring Experience at Northland College
In addition to her work in fisheries, Carolyn Malecha served as a Chemistry and Biology Tutor at Northland College from 2013 to 2015. This role allowed her to support fellow students in their understanding of complex scientific concepts, reinforcing her own knowledge in the biological sciences.