Andrew Rust
Huntington Beach
Summary
Research-driven and behaviorally focused emerging professional with a passion for uncovering insights that drive strategic decision-making. Experienced in all aspects of qualitative and quantitative research, data analysis, and data management. Adept at translating complex data into actionable recommendations. Seeking an entry-level marketing research role where I can contribute to a dynamic, innovative team and apply my skills to understand consumer behavior and inform marketing strategies.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Athletic Performance Coach, Intern
LONG BEACH CITY COLLEGE
Long Beach
08.2024 - Current
- Delivered mental skills training to help athletes achieve peak performance contributing to a 25% improvement in focus and consistency scores across the season
- Collaborate with coaches to integrate mental strategies into training routines
- Facilitate collaborative team workshops on various topics like communication, confidence, and stress management, resulting in a 30% reduction in reported stress levels
- Conduct detailed observations of practices and competitions to identify areas for mental performance improvement
- Conduct one-on-one sessions on various topics like emotional regulation, focus, and self-confidence, leading to a 35% increase in athlete confidence scores
- Track individual and team progress utilizing quantitative research assessments and performance metrics
- Apply strong analytical skills, to interpret data and inform targeted mental performance interventions
President, Sport and Exercise Psychology Club
CSU-LONG BEACH
Long Beach
08.2024 - Current
- Apply project management skills, lead club operations, enhancing member engagement and strategic growth
- Facilitate effective board meetings, ensuring clear communication and event success
- Implement innovative outreach programs, boosting undergraduate participation by 15%
- Manage club finances, achieving measurable growth in programming and organizational capacity
- Organized and oversaw 12+ events, including guest speakers, workshops, and collaborative initiatives with campus partners
- Develop long-term strategic plans for sustainable impact and expanding education in sport psychology
Teaching Assistant
CSU-LONG BEACH
Long Beach
08.2023 - Current
- Conduct review sessions, improving exam readiness and boosting student performance
- Support lead instructor with grading, ensuring timely feedback and academic growth
- Address student inquiries, fostering a supportive learning environment
Graduate Assistant
CSU-LONG BEACH
Long Beach
08.2023 - Current
- Assist faculty members with research and administrative tasks
- Act as a liaison between Sport and Exercise Psychology graduate students and faculty members
- Conducted, led, and managed a group research project resulting in a presentation at a national conference
Research Analyst
CSU-LONG BEACH
Long Beach
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Transcribed and analyzed data utilized qualitative research methods to identify key themes and actionable insights
- Led user focus groups to gather diverse student perspectives, demonstrating strong communication and facilitation skills
- Conducted statistical analysis utilizing SPSS, contributing to data-driven conclusions and informed recommendations
- Created publication ready figures and tables using Excel and R
- Performed comprehensive literature reviews to support theoretical foundation, enhancing the academic rigor of the study
- Co-authored sections of the research manuscript and helped develop compelling presentations to disseminate findings at conferences and meetings
- Contributed to the development of a robust research framework, supporting a study that achieved 95% interrater reliability in qualitative coding
- Findings informed campus policy updates related to diversity, equity, and inclusion, contributing to a 30% increase in student-reported sense of belonging from 2023 to 2024
Research Study Project Coordinator
MINNEAPOLS VA HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
MPLS
05.2021 - 07.2023
- Led site coordination for federally funded clinical trials on suicide prevention and post-traumatic headache among veteran and military populations
- Streamlined participant recruitment through integration with the Electronic health Record (EHR), resulting in a 40% increase in enrollment
- Trained and supervised research assistants, improving protocol adherence and data collection accuracy, leading to a 30% reduction in data entry errors
- Managed regulatory documentation and consistent communication with oversight bodies to ensure full compliance with VA/DoD guidelines
- Facilitated database management and statistical analysis using R and SPSS, including data cleaning, coding, and running descriptive and inferential statistics
- Developed local study protocols tailored to site-specific needs using critical thinking and clinical knowledge
- Proactively identified and resolved challenges in protocol implementation, minimizing delays and maintaining study fidelity
- Delivered clear and concise written and verbal updates to principal investigators and key stakeholders to support informed decision-making
Research Study Project Coordinator
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
MPLS
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Conducted clinical interviews and PTSD assessments, ensuring data accuracy and integrity
- Trained and supervised research assistants, enhancing study protocol adherence and data collection efficiency
- Led participant recruitment efforts, boosting study enrollment by 75% through strategic community outreach
- Managed psychophysiological data, including signal preprocessing, optimizing data readiness for analysis
- Oversaw regulatory documentation and IRB communications, ensuring full compliance and facilitating smooth project operations
Education
Master of Science - Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY – LONG BEACH
05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
05.2019
Skills
- Quantitative Research
- Qualitative Research
- Redcap
- Attention to Detail
- Statistical Analysis
- Time Management
- Excel
- Communication
- SPSS
- R
- Qualtrics
- Collaboration
- Problem Solving
- Analytics
- Word
- PowerPoint
- Teams
- Adaptability
- Critical Thinking
- Leadership
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Self motivation
- Organizational skills
Graduate Program Work Experience
- CSU-Long Beach, Long Beach, CA, Teaching Assistant, 08/23, CURRENT, Conduct review sessions, improving exam readiness and boosting student performance, Support lead instructor with grading, ensuring timely feedback and academic growth, Address student inquiries, fostering a supportive learning environment
- CSU-Long Beach, Long Beach, CA, Graduate Assistant, 08/23, CURRENT, Assist faculty members with research and administrative tasks, Act as a liaison between Sport and Exercise Psychology graduate students and faculty members, Conducted, led, and managed a group research project resulting in a presentation at a national conference
Leadership Experience
CSU-Long Beach, Long Beach, CA, President, Sport and Exercise Psychology Club, 08/24, CURRENT, Apply project management skills, lead club operations, enhancing member engagement and strategic growth, Facilitate effective board meetings, ensuring clear communication and event success, Implement innovative outreach programs, boosting undergraduate participation by 15%, Manage club finances, achieving measurable growth in programming and organizational capacity, Organized and oversaw 12+ events, including guest speakers, workshops, and collaborative initiatives with campus partners, Develop long-term strategic plans for sustainable impact and expanding education in sport psychology
Timeline
Athletic Performance Coach, Intern
LONG BEACH CITY COLLEGE
08.2024 - Current
President, Sport and Exercise Psychology Club
CSU-LONG BEACH
08.2024 - Current
Teaching Assistant
CSU-LONG BEACH
08.2023 - Current
Graduate Assistant
CSU-LONG BEACH
08.2023 - Current
Research Analyst
CSU-LONG BEACH
08.2023 - 12.2024
Research Study Project Coordinator
MINNEAPOLS VA HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
05.2021 - 07.2023
Research Study Project Coordinator
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
06.2019 - 06.2022
Master of Science - Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY – LONG BEACH
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
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