Conner Penson
Ph.D. Candidate - (Atomic, Molecular & Optical)
Daytona Beach,FL
Summary
Driven researcher with ~3 years of advanced research and analysis experience and 2 publications. Successful in applying quantitative techniques to break down raw data and draw logical conclusions to enhance our theories on the structure/behavior of matter. Proven talents in Igor Pro/Excel/Python and many other coding languages.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Graduate Researcher
University Of Central Florida, UCF
Orlando, FL
08.2021 - Current
- Thesis: Modelling the differential cross section of molecular Nitrogen.
- Confer with scientists, engineers or others to plan or review projects or to provide technical assistance.
- Working as member of integrated project team in highly collaborative work environment focused on enhancing our understanding of the differential cross section of N2.
- Perform accurate quantitative analysis of targeted data research, collection and report preparation.
- Applied theories and methods of physical sciences to interpret and perform analyses of experimental results.
Undergraduate Researcher
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, United States
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Participated in regular meetings to discuss aspects of research and experiments.
- Interpreted experimental data in university database using Igor Pro and Excel.
- Published in American Journal of Physics B and University Journal.
- Conducted laboratory experiments on photodouble ionization of H2O after thorough planning and research.
- Compiled data in reports and other documents using Igor Pro.
Math and Physics Tutor
Varsity Tutors
Daytona Beach, FL
10.2018 - 12.2019
- Tutored 3-4 students per week in private sessions using detailed lesson plans.
- Worked with students in classrooms or home environments to provide educational support.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Created study guides and plans for student exam preparation based on self-designed practice tests and school curricula.
- Taught students struggling with calculus-based physics and college-level math.
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition and review to help students master challenging material.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Physics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach, FL 08.2017 - 05.2021
Skills
Data Collection
Report generation
Research implementation
Microsoft Excel proficiency
Quantitative analysis
Igor Pro
Timeline
Graduate Researcher
University Of Central Florida, UCF
08.2021 - Current
Undergraduate Researcher
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
06.2019 - 02.2020
Math and Physics Tutor
Varsity Tutors
10.2018 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Physics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach
08.2017 - 05.2021