Calista Hodgert
Portland
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in biology and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing reasearch goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Pet SItter
Self-employeed
09.2014 - Current
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
- Gave medication to pets following guidelines from owners.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
Cashier/Interim Supervisor
Columbia Sportswear
10.2019 - 02.2022
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
- Trained newly hired associates in store policy and POS techniques.
Ecology Lab Intern
Portland State University
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Prepared and continuously documented fungal cultures.
- Performed PCR and gel electrophoresis.
- Maintained sterile bench under laminar flow hood and on benchtop.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Portland State University
Portland, OR03-2025
Skills
- Sterile technique
- Animal handling (dogs, cats, rabbits)
- Specimen preparation (fungal and bacterial cultures)
- Behavior monitoring
- Gel electrophoresis
- Interpersonal communication
- Mass spectrometry
- Animal exercise
- PCR
- Scientific writing
- Animal necropsy (pinnipeds, cetaceans, sharks)
- Experimental design
Timeline
Cashier/Interim Supervisor
Columbia Sportswear
10.2019 - 02.2022
Ecology Lab Intern
Portland State University
06.2017 - 08.2017
Pet SItter
Self-employeed
09.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Portland State University
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