Paolo Marra-Biggs
Hello!
I am Paolo Marra-Biggs -
An outdoor enthusiast and marine biologist, with emphasis on boating and diving safety.
As a developing professional in my field, I have had the wonderful opportunity to work on a variety of projects, domestic and international.
Want to know more? Get in touch and let’s discuss.
2009 - 2014
University of California: Santa Cruz
Bachelors of Science: Marine Biology
2014 - 2016
University of California: Santa Barbara Marine Technician
San Diego State University: Marine Technician
2016-2019
National Park of American Sāmoa: Marine Technician
National Marine Sanctuary of American Sāmoa: Engine Mechanic
National Geographic - Lindblad: Undersea Specialist/ Naturalist
2019 - Present
University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
Hawai‘i Institute of Marine Biology
Assistant Marine Safety Officer &
PhD Student: ToBo Lab
Skill Sets
Diving Experience
NAUI SCUBA Instructor
PADI Divemaster / AAUS / Rescue Diver
DAN DFA Pro First Aid/AED/O2 Instructor
800+ logged SCUBA dives, 150 Drysuit Dives
Cold water SCUBA survey experience (250 dives)
Boating Experience
USFWS MOCC Instructor Certified
Small Vessel Operator (<40ft) (300+ Hours logged)
Current CPR, O2 Administration & First Aid Certified
Data Science
Wilderness First Responder
ArcGIS, Microsoft Office, Access proficient, R Studio
Data entry, analysis & report preparation
Teaching Experience
Mentoring University / Chaminade undergraduates
Outdoor Education Tours / Lectures
Numerous Science Presentations
