Abigail Henderson
Oakland,CA
Summary
Recent graduate who decided to hike the Pacific Crest Trail prior to a career, looking for an industry job.
Detail-oriented and efficient team player with a dedicated approach to customer service, facilities maintenance, and safety management, offering several years of experience in the industry.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Student Researcher
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, California
12.2019 - 05.2024
- Independently developed a thesis and methodology to characterize E. coli isolated from environmental fecal samples using molecular epidemiology techniques
- Analyzed fecal samples collected from areas with high concentrations of People Experiencing Homelessness (PEH) to connect access to public sanitation to positive results and antibiotic resistance
- Led laboratory management, managed documentation, established laboratory and field safety protocols, and coordinated research activities.
Shift Lead
Cal Sailing Club
Berkeley, CA
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Coached employees on interactions with customers to drive exceptional service.
- Trained new employees on procedures, policies, and job functions associated with running the sailing club, and how rescues should be conducted.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations during shifts, including tide charts and weather patterns.
Graduate Student Instructor
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, California
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Applied key principles of Environmental Health Science to guide online MpH students through course materials, lead student discussions, and evaluate students, providing ample feedback to ensure academic success
- Collaborated with faculty to modify course assignments and lectures for increased comprehension of material from students
Volunteer
United In Health
Bay Area, California
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Aided in COVID initiatives in vulnerable and marginalized communities throughout the Bay Area to increase testing and vaccination rates, while also providing surveillance to inform public health policy in the community
Field Technician
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, Alaska
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Executed duties as a field and lab technician focused on the linkage of nitrogen and carbon cycles in high-latitude ecosystems through Siberian alder-environmental feedbacks, utilizing longitudinal surveys and enzyme assays.
- Conducted field surveys to uncover how disturbance regimes—primarily fire—impact boreal forest succession and plant diversity.
Acai Barista
Purple Bowl
Chapel Hill, NC
03.2019 - 05.2019
- Managed cash register and processed transactions with accuracy and integrity.
- Created complex, hand-crafted bowls based upon customer preferences.
- Monitored and adjusted inventory levels to minimize waste and ensure availability of popular items.
Cashier/Server
Americas Roadhouse
Asheboro, North Carolina
01.2014 - 08.2018
- Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure amounts were correct.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area, including setting tables and refilling condiments.
- Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
Education
Master of Science - Public Health
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, California05-2024
Bachelors of Science - Environmental Science, Biology
The University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, North Carolina05.2019
Timeline
Graduate Student Instructor
University of California, Berkeley
01.2021 - 05.2021
Volunteer
United In Health
05.2020 - 05.2021
Graduate Student Researcher
University of California, Berkeley
12.2019 - 05.2024
Shift Lead
Cal Sailing Club
08.2019 - 05.2021
Field Technician
University of Alaska Fairbanks
06.2019 - 08.2019
Acai Barista
Purple Bowl
03.2019 - 05.2019
Cashier/Server
Americas Roadhouse
01.2014 - 08.2018
Master of Science - Public Health
University of California, Berkeley
Bachelors of Science - Environmental Science, Biology
The University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill