Hello, I'm Celia Oni Porto. I am a biology researcher and educator with a strong interest in biodiversity, genetics, and evolution. I am currently pursuing a PhD at the University of Porto in Biodiversity, Genetics and Evolution, following a Master of Science in Biology with a specialization in Conservation Biology from the University of Gothenburg and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Barry University and the University of North Georgia. My academic path has developed a passion for applying quantitative methods and geographic information systems to conservation challenges and to teaching others about science. I have experience as a French language trainer, an animal care trainee in a primate research setting, and a teaching assistant. I enjoy bridging science and outreach, and I routinely use R for statistical analysis and QGIS for spatial work. I am fluent in English and French and eager to contribute to interdisciplinary teams that value curiosity, rigor, and clear communication.

Celia Oni Porto

Hello, I'm Celia Oni Porto. I am a biology researcher and educator with a strong interest in biodiversity, genetics, and evolution. I am currently pursuing a PhD at the University of Porto in Biodiversity, Genetics and Evolution, following a Master of Science in Biology with a specialization in Conservation Biology from the University of Gothenburg and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Barry University and the University of North Georgia. My academic path has developed a passion for applying quantitative methods and geographic information systems to conservation challenges and to teaching others about science. I have experience as a French language trainer, an animal care trainee in a primate research setting, and a teaching assistant. I enjoy bridging science and outreach, and I routinely use R for statistical analysis and QGIS for spatial work. I am fluent in English and French and eager to contribute to interdisciplinary teams that value curiosity, rigor, and clear communication.

Available to hire

Hello, I’m Celia Oni Porto. I am a biology researcher and educator with a strong interest in biodiversity, genetics, and evolution. I am currently pursuing a PhD at the University of Porto in Biodiversity, Genetics and Evolution, following a Master of Science in Biology with a specialization in Conservation Biology from the University of Gothenburg and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Barry University and the University of North Georgia. My academic path has developed a passion for applying quantitative methods and geographic information systems to conservation challenges and to teaching others about science.

I have experience as a French language trainer, an animal care trainee in a primate research setting, and a teaching assistant. I enjoy bridging science and outreach, and I routinely use R for statistical analysis and QGIS for spatial work. I am fluent in English and French and eager to contribute to interdisciplinary teams that value curiosity, rigor, and clear communication.

See more

Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

French
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

French language trainer at GMS Language Services
February 1, 2022 - May 1, 2023
Provided French lessons to beginner and intermediate learners; prepared materials prior to sessions and adapted lessons to learners' progress; taught grammar, reading, writing, listening, speaking, general vocabulary and conversations.
Animal Care Trainee at Emory University, Yerkes National Primate Research Center
August 1, 2019 - September 1, 2020
Performed routine animal care duties in a research setting, including feeding, administering medication, maintaining sanitary conditions, observation, restraint, and minor cage maintenance; operated cage washers and assisted in sample collection for medical research.
Teaching Assistant at University of North Georgia, Chemistry/Biochemistry department
September 1, 2018 - April 1, 2019
Teaching assistant for Organic Chemistry I; assisted with lab setup/teardown; supported students during experiments and graded lab reports and quizzes.

Education

PhD at University of Porto
March 1, 2025 - January 16, 2026
Master of Science in Biology with a specialization in Conservation Biology at University of Gothenburg
January 1, 2021 - June 1, 2023
Bachelor of Science in Biology at University of North Georgia
January 1, 2016 - May 1, 2019
Bachelor of Science in Biology at Barry University
May 1, 2014 - December 1, 2015

Qualifications

Add your qualifications or awards here.

Industry Experience

Education, Life Sciences, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Healthcare