Colorado State University – Department of Microbiology, Immunology & Pathology
Research Scientist – Microbial Ecology & Gut Microbiome | 2022–Present
- Lead research projects exploring host–microbe interactions and microbiome-driven health outcomes
- Analyze large sequencing datasets using R, Python, and HPC pipelines
- Mentor students, coordinate publications, and collaborate on interdisciplinary translational research
About Macy’s Work at CSU
Flathead Lake Biological Station – University of Montana
Adjunct Instructor – Alpine Ecology Field Course | 2022–Present
- Teach immersive field courses in Glacier National Park covering ecology, conservation, and research methods
- Train undergraduates in ecological data collection and environmental analysis
University of Wyoming – Graduate Researcher
Microbial Ecology & Environmental Microbiology | 2017–2022
- Investigated microbial community dynamics in archaeological and environmental soils
- Designed and conducted field and lab experiments integrating microbiology, ecology, and geochemistry
- Presented research at national conferences and contributed to multiple publications
About the Microbial Ecology Collaborative
Additional Experience
- Lagree Fitness Instructor – Nourish Lagree & Wellness (2025–Present)
- Fitness and Lifestyle Model – Wilhelmina Models (2022-Present)
- Content Creator – Develop digital media and brand collaborations for public engagement
- Collegiate Athlete – Women’s Basketball, Montana Tech; recruited basketball & tennis athlete emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and high-performance training
- Editor-in-Chief – The Technocrat, Montana Tech Student Newspaper
- Freelance Science Writer – Distinctly Montana Magazine
- Undergraduate Research Assistant – University of Guam, Rice University, Montana Tech and the University of Kentucky
- Reporter – The Livingston Enterprise
Photos: Macy teaches her 2025 Alpine Ecology class in Glacier National Park, Montana.