Environmental Toxicology Scientist | Research in Environmental Health | Environmental Consultant
Get to Know Úrsula
Education and Expert
I hold a Master’s degree in Environmental Pollution and Toxicology from three leading European universities, fully funded by the prestigious Erasmus Mundus scholarship. I am an Environmental Engineer from the National Agrarian University La Molina.
I enjoy conducting research in international settings. During my undergraduate studies, I researched and studied waste and pollution at four different universities: the National Agrarian University (Peru), BOKU University (Austria), the University of Zaragoza (Spain), and the University of British Columbia (Canada)—all funded through scholarships. I was also awarded scholarships by the Peruvian government, including the Permanence Scholarship and thesis funding.
I have received several awards for my leadership and social skills. The W4C (“Women4Climate”) program recognized my work with waste pickers by naming me a climate change leader.
In my free time, I enjoy discussing topics related to plastic pollution and contaminant interactions in environmental compartments. I also love talking about life goals and self-awareness. I am a professional dancer of Marinera Norteña, a traditional Peruvian national dance.
Scholarships and Awards Received
Throughout my career, I have been awarded highly competitive academic programs at both national and international levels, which have supported my education and professional development.
Erasmus Mundus Scholarships 2022 - 2024
The prestigious and highly competitive EMJMD is funded by the European Union's Education Council. The scholarship covers full tuition, participation fees, a living stipend, health insurance, and travel allowances.
REPU intern
Internship at The University of British Columbia, Canada, 2022.
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Academic Excellence and International Mobility Program 2019 (MINEDU)
An excellence program for studies abroad. It provides high-achieving students with international academic experience.
Climate Change Leader
W4C’s mission is to empower and inspire women by strengthening their leadership capacity in climate initiatives.
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Permanence Scholarship (PRONABEC) – 2020
This scholarship is granted by PRONABEC in Peru. It supports public university students with limited financial means to help them continue and complete their studies.
Erasmus Mundus Scholarships 2022 - 2024
The prestigious and highly competitive EMJMD is funded by the European Union's Education Council. The scholarship covers full tuition, participation fees, a living stipend, health insurance, and travel allowances.
Permanence Scholarship (PRONABEC) – 2020
This scholarship is granted by PRONABEC in Peru. It supports public university students with limited financial means to help them continue and complete their studies.
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Work Experience
My background is multidisciplinary and dynamic. I have had the opportunity to work in consulting, research, and industry, participating in projects with international scope.
Each experience has allowed me to develop practical and strategic skills in key areas such as waste management, environmental risk assessment, contaminated soil remediation, carbon footprint and credits, environmental impact assessments, and international environmental policies.
I have contributed to projects in France, Colombia, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Peru, among others, which has given me a global perspective on current environmental challenges and strengthened me as a professional able to adapt to diverse and complex contexts.
Some of my job titles include:
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Research fellow
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Environmental Impact Analyst
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Environmental trainee
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Associate consultant trainee