Jessie Wilson - Researcher in Residence

Jessie Wilson

Researcher in Residence

Jessie is a wildlife health biologist and a master’s student.

Born and raised along the east coast of Canada in the beautiful Kennebecasis Valley, Jessie's love for both marine and freshwater began early and has kept with her through two degrees and into her career as a biologist.

After graduating from the University of New Brunswick with a bachelor of science in biology, Jessie began her career in environmental research, working as a technician on a salt marsh restoration project. Ready for the next step, Jessie started a master of environmental science at Acadia University with Dr. Mark Mallory and Dr. Jennifer Provencher. She is currently in the final stages of completing her thesis on microplastic ingestion by biota. Most recently, Jessie moved to Ottawa to be a biologist with Environment and Climate Change Canada, where her primary role is monitoring plastic ingestion by Canadian Seabirds.

In her free time, Jessie is constantly trying new hobbies and finds happiness through running, sports, horse riding, hiking, and spending time with her friends.