Elizabeth Gill
Bozeman
Summary
Agricultural scientist completing MS in Plant Breeding and Seed Science with 7+ years of international research and extension experience in sustainable agriculture and science communication. Proven track record in research project management, cross-cultural collaboration, and technical writing across three continents. Fluent in three languages with expertise spanning from field research in Latin America to advanced statistical analysis and science communication in Europe.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Science Communication Research Assistant
University of Hohenheim
02.2023 - Current
- Facilitate effective communication of scientific findings for the Department of Sustainable Use of Natural Resources
- Manage and develop content for department website, improving accessibility of research outputs
- Collaborate with international research teams to translate complex agricultural concepts for diverse audiences
Research Fellowship
Fulbright Association - Province of Chachapoyas
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Conducted independent research project with investigators from INDES CES and National Institute of Agricultural Innovation (INIA)
- Collected and catalogued previously undocumented native Cucurbita varieties in northern Peru's Amazonas region
- Developed comprehensive database contributing to regional agricultural biodiversity preservation efforts
Local Foods Specialist
National Center for Appropriate Technology
11.2020 - 02.2022
- Coordinated Montana Harvest of the Month Program across multiple school districts
- Provided technical assistance and training to increase local food procurement in 50+ schools, early care centers, hospitals, and public institutions
- Developed educational materials and conducted workshops on sustainable food systems
Research Assistant III
Montana State University
04.2020 - 11.2020
- Managed quality assurance protocols for Towne's Harvest Garden weekly Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program
- Supported research programs including fertilizer efficacy trials and regionally-specific berry cultivar assessments
- Contributed to data collection and analysis for sustainable agriculture research initiatives
Teaching Assistant
University of New Hampshire
01.2020 - 02.2020
- Co-facilitated 14 undergraduate students in 3-week intensive course 'Agriculture and Development in the Neotropics'
- Led field studies on tropical agriculture and Costa Rican ecology and culture
- Mentored students in research methodology and cross-cultural communication
Crop Extension Volunteer
Peace Corps
09.2017 - 11.2019
- Developed, published, and evaluated green manure curriculum implemented in 25+ Paraguayan high schools
- Designed and facilitated elementary school permaculture gardens serving 200+ students
- Created experiential learning programs combining technical agricultural knowledge with hands-on practice
- Contributed to Peace Corps Paraguay Seed Bank Network sustainability initiatives
Team Captain & Division 1 Athlete
UNH Division I Skiing
08.2013 - 05.2017
- Led as 2016/17 Women's Team Captain, managing team logistics and athlete development
- Achieved 2017 All-American status: 9th place NCAA 5km Classic & 15km Freestyle
- Balanced rigorous training schedule with academic excellence, maintaining 3.97 GPA
Independent Undergraduate Researcher
UNH International Research Opportunities Program (IROP)
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Designed and executed fully funded independent research project on Tropical Pumpkin (Cucurbita moschata) diversity
- Conducted fieldwork at Fabio Baudrit Agricultural Station in Grecia, Costa Rica
- Analyzed genetic diversity patterns using statistical methods and presented findings to academic committee
Education
Master of Science - Crop Sciences (Plant Breeding and Seed Science)
University of Hohenheim
10.2025
Bachelor of Science - Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH12.2017
Skills
- Experience with R and SAS for data analysis
- Administration of Azure virtual machines
- Web development expertise with TYPO3 and WordPress
- Canva and introductory GIS design
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Languages
English: Native
Spanish: Advanced
Guarani: Advanced
Key Competencies
- International Research Collaboration
- Agricultural Biodiversity
- Plant Breeding & Genetics
- Science Communication
- Statistical Analysis
- Project Management
- Cross-Cultural Leadership
- Sustainable Agriculture
- Educational Program Development
Certification
- International Organic Inspectors Association (IOIA) Crop Certificate
- Institutional Review Board (IRB) Certificate, MT State University
- Certified Local Food Leader, Iowa State University
Timeline
Science Communication Research Assistant
University of Hohenheim
02.2023 - Current
Research Fellowship
Fulbright Association - Province of Chachapoyas
02.2022 - 02.2023
Local Foods Specialist
National Center for Appropriate Technology
11.2020 - 02.2022
Research Assistant III
Montana State University
04.2020 - 11.2020
Teaching Assistant
University of New Hampshire
01.2020 - 02.2020
Crop Extension Volunteer
Peace Corps
09.2017 - 11.2019
Independent Undergraduate Researcher
UNH International Research Opportunities Program (IROP)
05.2016 - 08.2016
Team Captain & Division 1 Athlete
UNH Division I Skiing
08.2013 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems
University of New Hampshire
Master of Science - Crop Sciences (Plant Breeding and Seed Science)
University of Hohenheim