Sara Venskaitis
About Sara Venskaitis
Sara Venskaitis is an Environmental Scientist and Vegetation Ecologist with a diverse educational background, including degrees from McMaster University, the University of Alberta, and the University of Freiburg. She has held various positions in environmental research and monitoring, currently working at Vertex Resource Group Ltd. since 2020.
Work at Vertex Resource Group Ltd.
Sara Venskaitis has been employed at Vertex Resource Group Ltd. as an Environmental Scientist specializing in Vegetation Ecology since 2020. In this role, she focuses on ecological assessments and vegetation management strategies, contributing to various environmental projects. Her expertise in vegetation ecology supports the company's commitment to sustainable resource management and environmental stewardship.
Education and Expertise
Sara Venskaitis holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Forest Biology and Management from the University of Alberta, completed from 2017 to 2019. She also earned a Master of Science (MSc) in International Forestry from the University of Freiburg in 2016-2017. Additionally, she obtained a Graduate Certificate in Ecosystem Restoration from Niagara College in 2011-2012. Her educational background equips her with a comprehensive understanding of ecological principles and restoration practices.
Background in Biodiversity Monitoring
Sara Venskaitis has extensive experience in biodiversity monitoring. She worked at the Alberta Biodiversity Monitoring Institute as a GIS Technician from 2015 to 2018 and as a Field Technologist from 2013 to 2015. In these roles, she utilized geographic information systems to analyze ecological data and supported field studies aimed at assessing biodiversity in Alberta.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current position, Sara Venskaitis held various roles that contributed to her expertise in environmental science. She served as a Reclamation Research Intern at InnoTech Alberta for seven months in 2019, focusing on reclamation practices. Additionally, she worked as a Notetaker at Fisheries and Oceans Canada for nine months in 2012-2013 and as a Horticultural Labourer at the City of Hamilton from 2009 to 2012.