Paul graduated from Loyola University, New Orleans with a B.S. in biology. He taught AP and Honors biology at the secondary level for five years before moving to Japan for a year-long position as an English instructor. After returning to Jacksonville in August of 2007, Paul began work at the OFE and CIRT in September, 2007, and is a graduate student in the biology program at UNF. Paul enjoys reading, writing, life sciences (esp. biotechnology), outdoor sporting, movies, and gaming.