Ruby Pines
Bozeman
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in communication and public engagement, dedicated to leveraging expertise in fossil care and preservation. Skilled in fostering student involvement, facilitating enriching discussions, and executing digital curation of projects. Committed to applying strong problem-solving abilities and meticulous attention to detail to support paleontological research and fieldwork initiatives. Passionate about advancing knowledge in the field while inspiring others through effective outreach and collaboration.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dead Lizard Society Leadership
Montana State University
01.2025 - Current
- Working with other leaders to schedule engaging meetings for the club.
- Engaging with students outside of the club to encourage them to get involved.
- Hosting booths for public engagement for the club.
- Leading club discussions and meetings.
- Communicating with the Museum of the Rockies to keep the club up to date with MOR happenings.
Student Researcher
Museum of the Rockies
10.2024 - Current
- Handling of specimens in collections.
- Photography of specimens.
- Digital curation of MOR 1128.
- Analysis of fossil specimen anatomy.
Artist
Museum of the Rockies
05.2023 - Current
- Designing color sheets for Museum of the Rockies.
- Creating hands on art programs for children.
- Leading live drawing events in the Museum.
- Guest starring the live web-show 'Fossil Fridays.'
Paleohistology Assistant
Museum of the Rockies
10.2022 - 05.2025
- Catalogue and curate histologized specimens.
- Organization of lab materials and spaces.
- Molding and casting of fossil materials.
- Painting museum quality cast replications for exhibits and researchers.
- Public engagement in the halls.
- Preparing monthly calendars for the team.
- Polishing histological slides.
Education
Undergraduate Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Paleontology
Montana State University
Bozeman, MTUndergraduate Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Paleontology
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WAAssociate in Arts (A.A.) - Fine Arts
Skagit Valley Community College
Mount Vernon, WASkills
- Communication with team members
- Hiking and camping
- Prospecting for fossil material
- Jacketing fossil material
- Public speaking and public engagement
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Dependable and responsible
- Flexible and adaptable
- Task prioritization
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of volunteer members in the field.
- Collaborated with team in the development of Artapalooza.
- Achieved the cataloging and curation of histology projects.
Timeline
Dead Lizard Society Leadership
Montana State University
01.2025 - Current
Student Researcher
Museum of the Rockies
10.2024 - Current
Artist
Museum of the Rockies
05.2023 - Current
Paleohistology Assistant
Museum of the Rockies
10.2022 - 05.2025
Undergraduate Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Paleontology
Western Washington University
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Fine Arts
Skagit Valley Community College
Undergraduate Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Paleontology
Montana State University
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