Alan Cruz
San Luis,Az
Summary
Skilled Researcher focused on Agriculture. Exceptional research skills with demonstrated success in study design and execution. Well-organized and enthusiastic with good communication and problem-solving skills. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Biologist I/Project Manager
Research Design 4 Agriculture
01.2024 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Enhanced data quality through rigorous experimental design, meticulous record-keeping, and thorough statistical analysis.
- Improved collaboration between team members by initiating regular meetings and fostering open communication among researchers.
- Developed new methodologies for studying biological systems, enhancing overall understanding of complex phenomena.
- Identified opportunities for further investigation based on the results of initial experiments, leading to new research avenues and potential discoveries.
Research Technician
Research Design for Agriculture
10.2019 - 01.2024
- Collected data and performed field experiments using standards and protocols.
- Monitored and adjusted irrigation systems, distributing water according to crop needs.
- Sprayed chemicals with self-propelled sprayer on plants and harvest crops.
- Installed, cleaned and maintained irrigation equipment to maximize functionality.
- Harvested and inspected crops by hand for quality purposes.
- Picked fruits and vegetables on assigned plots and checked plants for signs of pest and disease.
- Monitored and adjusted irrigation systems, properly distributing water according to crop needs.
- Identified plants, pests and weeds to determine selection and application of pesticides and fertilizers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Agriculture System Management
University of Arizona
Yuma, AZ05.2024
Associate of Arts - Agriculture
Arizona Western College
Yuma, AZ08.2022
Skills
Data Collection
- Recordkeeping and Documentation
- Performing Experiments
- Disease Specialization Proficiency
- Planning & Organizing
- Good Work Ethic
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Data Management
- Statistical Data Analysis
- Research management
- Data Analysis
- Study design
- Experimental design
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Research Biologist I/Project Manager
Research Design 4 Agriculture
01.2024 - Current
Research Technician
Research Design for Agriculture
10.2019 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Agriculture System Management
University of Arizona
Associate of Arts - Agriculture
Arizona Western College
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