Douglass S. Rovinsky

Douglass S. Rovinsky, PhD, is a skilled content specialist with a focus on palaeobiological and zoological content creation at the Australian Museum since 2022. Educational background includes a Doctor of Philosophy in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from Monash University and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Grand Valley State University. Experience spans various roles, including research assistant positions at Flinders University and Monash University, where Douglass contributed to palaeobiology research and mentored graduate students. Previous consultancy as a heritage and biodiversity consultant involved cultural heritage and ecological assessments in compliance with relevant legislative frameworks. Early career experiences include archaeological fieldwork, faunal analysis in South Africa, and laboratory work with Baxter International Inc., emphasizing sample preparation and donor safety.