Monica E. McGarrity, M.S.

Monica McGarrity works with Dr. Steve Johnson at the UF/IFAS Plant City Campus as a Biological Scientist. Her current research pursuits focus on the ecology of the invasive Cuban Treefrog (Osteopilus septentrionalis), and topics of investigation include trends in sexual size dimorphism, movements and habitat use, and homing behavior. Monica also assists in research projects conducted by Dr. J and his students, assists with teaching, and works to develop and promote extension publications and programs that emphasize invasive wildlife biology and urban wildlife education, including venomous snake safety. Monica serves as webmaster for this site, which serves to educate the public on the topics of invasive species and urban wildlife interactions.

Education

• M.S. 2005   -  Biology, Florida Atlantic University
• B.S. 2003    -  Biology, Old Dominion University

Professional Experience

• Biological Scientist
  University of Florida, IFAS
  Plant City Campus, Plant City, FL
  Jul. 2006 – Present
• Science Teacher
  Life Skills Center Charter School
  Lakeland, FL
  Nov. 2005 – June 2006
• Teaching Assistant
  Florida Atlantic University
  Boca Raton, FL
  Aug. 2003 - Jul. 2005
• Research Assistant
  Old Dominion University Marine Ecology Lab
  Norfolk, VA
  Jun. 2003 – Aug. 2003
• Animal Care Technician - Herps
  Old Dominion University Herpetology Lab
  Norfolk, VA
  Dec. 2001 – Jul. 2002