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Annabel Miller

Clemson,SC

Summary

I am a senior studying conservation biology at Clemson University. Experience with working in a laboratory setting. Background of research in plant science and botany. Expirience with team leading and group work. I am hoping to further my education and utilize skills in research in graduate school.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Laboratory Research Assistant

Clemson University
12.2023 - Current

Research on Peach Latent Mosaic Viroid

Effective Seed Transmission Rate

PCR Tests

Community Volunteer

Jitters Brewing Company
09.2023 - Current
  • Planned and delivered numerous activities and special events.
  • Planned and led a community a plant trade, book trade, and multiple free painting classes.
  • Exhibits excellent communications and customer service skills.
  • Collaborated with local organizations to provide food baskets to families in need.
  • Developed communication strategies to promote charity events.

Barista Supervisor

Jitters Brewing Company
05.2023 - Current
  • Served customers quickly and efficiently, and created strategies to prevent delays.
  • Restocked and cleaned stations and facilities to maintain cleanliness standards.
  • Developed coffee beverage menu, recipes, specialty coffee drinks, and appropriate menu pricing.
  • Created new training guidelines, and provided staff orientation and training.
  • Trained, scheduled, and supervised barista workers to maintain and uphold store policies and optimize staffing patterns.
  • Generated friendly atmosphere by encouraging employees to greet and speak to customers.

Community Outreach Volunteer

Clemson Department Of Biological Sciences
09.2023 - 10.2023
  • Developed a research project on medicinal plants for an exhibit at an educational outreach event.
  • Participation with children and adults regarding the medicinal plant exhibit.
  • Provided support to department leads to help organize events and fundraisers.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.

Herbarium Intern

Clemson University Herbarium
05.2023 - 10.2023
  • Research on South Carolinas native medicinal plants
  • Research on secondary metabolites of medicinal plants
  • Plant collection
  • Completed research, compiled data, and produced timely reports.
  • Collaborated with senior management on new initiatives to build confidence.
  • Compiled a medicinal plant educational exhibit.

Garden Volunteer

Clemson University Community Garden
01.2023 - 06.2023
  • Planted and cultivated by preparing soil, watering and fertilizing plants.
  • Research on cool season plants and how to best provide the best yield for the community.
  • Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
  • Continued learning about plants, gardening techniques and best practices to provide visitors with accurate and constructive information.
  • Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.

Creative Inquiry Research Assistant

Clemson University
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Research on the hybridization of pea plants.
  • Designed and printed a 3D hydroponic garden for students to be able to have their own fresh produce with limited space.
  • Research on Vegetable crops and how nutritional values are impacted by garden practices.
  • Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns of hybridized crops.
  • Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis while designing the 3D hydroponic garden.
  • Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
  • Collected research data through experimentation, surveys and leading focus groups.

Front Desk Receptionist

Fishes Eddy
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
  • Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and transferred callers to appropriate department or staff member.
  • Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
  • Sorted and delivered mail and packages upon arrival to correct staff members and departments.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.

Cashier/Customer Service

Wegmans Food Markets
10.2020 - 01.2022
  • Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
  • Met customer service goals and exceeded customer expectations.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Enabled customers to feel welcomed, important, and appreciated by answering questions about products sold throughout store.
  • Processed customer orders and accurately handled payment transactions.
  • Utilized POS system to handle customer cash and credit card transactions.
  • Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.

Administrative Intern

Hinman, Howard & Kattell, LLP
09.2019 - 06.2020
  • Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
  • Entered data into system and accurately updated customer accounts.
  • Assisted with organization and maintenance of office filing system for easy retrieval of information.
  • Developed a new system for organization of files and documents based on importance

Hostess and Busser

Remlik’s Oyster Bar and Grille
07.2019 - 02.2020
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.
  • Minimized customer service complaints by expertly managing customer expectations during busy periods.

Education

B.S - Conservation Biology

Clemson University
Clemson, SC
05.2024

Skills

  • GIS background
  • French - Beginner
  • Equipment Management
  • Collecting Plant and Soil Samples
  • Data Collections and Compiling
  • Teambuilding
  • Lab Operations
  • Running Experiments
  • Research and Analysis
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Cultural Awareness

Accomplishments

Fighting Food Insecurity with Innovative Gardening Methods
March 2023
• Van Grouw, N., *Kittel, A., *Terry, A., *Miller, A., *Pussella, K., *Johnson, J., *Windsor, N., Salaria S., Thavarajah, D.(2023, April). Fighting Food Insecurity with Innovative Gardening Methods. Poster presentation at Clemson University 18th Annual Focus on Creative Inquiry Forum, Clemson, SC.

Timeline

Laboratory Research Assistant

Clemson University
12.2023 - Current

Community Volunteer

Jitters Brewing Company
09.2023 - Current

Community Outreach Volunteer

Clemson Department Of Biological Sciences
09.2023 - 10.2023

Barista Supervisor

Jitters Brewing Company
05.2023 - Current

Herbarium Intern

Clemson University Herbarium
05.2023 - 10.2023

Garden Volunteer

Clemson University Community Garden
01.2023 - 06.2023

Creative Inquiry Research Assistant

Clemson University
01.2023 - 05.2023

Front Desk Receptionist

Fishes Eddy
05.2022 - 08.2022

Cashier/Customer Service

Wegmans Food Markets
10.2020 - 01.2022

Administrative Intern

Hinman, Howard & Kattell, LLP
09.2019 - 06.2020

Hostess and Busser

Remlik’s Oyster Bar and Grille
07.2019 - 02.2020

B.S - Conservation Biology

Clemson University
Annabel Miller