Peter Robel
Morton Grove,IL
Summary
A Biologist with entry-level experience and a strong academic background in conservation biology, neurobiology, and physiology. Leverages superior oral and written communication skills, organizational excellence, and innovative problem-solving capabilities toward supporting field and laboratory work in a variety of biology frameworks.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Specialist
Apple, Inc.
08.2011 - Current
- Performed high-volume inventory management protocols to ensure smooth flow of Apple products in-store for highest-quality customer experience.
- Facilitated onboarding and training of new team members.
- Engaged in strategizing around new product initiatives, presenting protocols for operational excellence to a store team of more than 100 employees.
- Promoted team-building and individual development opportunities for Operations team members.
- Stepped into Operations Expert role for six-month experience, leveraging team-building and innovation skills to achieve "Exceeds Expectations" rating for Operations Team in Q1, 2023.
Actor
Independent Contractor
08.1993 - 03.2020
- Professional actor engaged in theatre, on-camera, and voiceover work.
- Member of Actors' Equity Association, union of professional theatre actors and stage managers, from 2004 - 2015.
Associate Artistic Director
BoHo Theatre
11.2004 - 08.2019
- Partnered with Artistic Director to produce multiple seasons of programming for a mid-sized professional theatre operating as a not-for-profit LLC.
- Assisted in fundraising efforts through direct audience appeal via post-show curtain speeches.
- Spearheaded annual season selection committee, hiring of Directors for each production, and archival recording of all programming.
Pilot Plant Technician
NutraSweet
04.1992 - 05.1992
- Temporary employee assisting pilot plant operations for development of fat-substitute used in new food products.
Pilot Plant Technician
Kraft Heinz
10.1991 - 01.1992
- Temporary employee assisting pilot plant operations for development of fat-free cream cheese.
- Produced 75lb. batches of experimental formulations of product by measuring ingredients and running equipment, while maintaining quality control and food safety standards.
Lab Technician
Allergan Pharmaceuticals
11.1988 - 03.1989
- Temporary employee supporting Contact Lens Research.
- Carried out quantitative and qualitative laboratory assays focused on glycoprotein deposit analysis for in-house clinical studies.
- Prepared and analyzed specimens using gel electrophoresis, microscopy, and UV spectroscopy.
Education
Master of Science - Biological Sciences
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA12-1987
Skills
- Detail Oriented - Proficient
- Public Speaking - Proficient
- Scientific Writing - Proficient
- Conservation Biology - Proficient
- Biology - Proficient
- Lab measurements, pipetting, microscopy - Competent
Accomplishments
Distinguished Graduate Student Award Eastern Illinois University April 2024
- Biological Sciences - Online, 2024
Timeline
Operations Specialist
Apple, Inc.
08.2011 - Current
Associate Artistic Director
BoHo Theatre
11.2004 - 08.2019
Actor
Independent Contractor
08.1993 - 03.2020
Pilot Plant Technician
NutraSweet
04.1992 - 05.1992
Pilot Plant Technician
Kraft Heinz
10.1991 - 01.1992
Lab Technician
Allergan Pharmaceuticals
11.1988 - 03.1989
Master of Science - Biological Sciences
Eastern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences
University of California, Santa Barbara
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