Cameron Lamar
Albuquerque,United States
Summary
Curious student with hands-on experience performing laboratory work to advance research goals. Ambitious and adaptable team-player seeking a more academically challenging work environment to catalyze personal and professional growth. Strong interpersonal skills built by cooperating with people from a diverse set of backgrounds, cultures, and lifestyles. Values being a part of a shared effort with others and contributing in any way possible.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
School Program Instructor
Guided Discoveries, Inc. (AstroCamp)
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Brought physical science and astronomy concepts to life through hands-on, experiential education classes and activities for over 300 students.
- Continuously expanded knowledge in physical science subjects to offer exceptional instruction in 22 academic classes.
- Safely setup, operated and took down four ropes courses requiring diligence in following complex procedures.
- Cooperated closely with fellow instructors to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Diligently sanitized and restocked classrooms and other facilities on (at least) weekly basis.
Research Assistant/Staff
UNM Department Of Physics & Astronomy
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Studied and applied ideas from quantum mechanics and statistical mechanics to attempt to model physical phenomena, particularly exciton behavior.
Physics/Astronomy REU Program Coordinator
UNM Department Of Physics & Astronomy
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Organized and led activities to enhance student researchers' experience while attending UNM's REU program (Research Experience for Undergraduates).
- Constructed effective group travel plans weekly to ensure safety and enjoyment for student researchers.
- Accumulated and addressed input from student researchers to improve their experience.
- Incorporated physics and astronomy topics into adventures.
Research Assistant (Student Entry Level)
UNM Department Of Physics & Astronomy
07.2019 - 05.2021
- Assisted in laboratory environment with recording and analyzing data using variety of software (e.g., MATLAB, Python, Microsoft Excel).
- Carefully aided in disassembly, transport, and reassembly of fragile experiment equipment to new laboratory in new building.
- Learned diligently about laboratory hardware alongside professors, graduate students, and undergraduate students within research group and tangent research groups.
- Attended meetings with other researchers to discuss roles and efforts for larger, global collaboration in search for dark matter.
- Applied concepts from physics and other sciences to understand machinations of experiments and their equipment.
Lifeguard
Bernalillo County Aquatics
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Organized and passionately delivered effective swimming lessons to people of all ages and abilities.
- Performed janitorial duties several times per day to keep facilities pristine and safe.
Head Lifeguard
Bernalillo County Aquatics
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Supervised team of 12+ lifeguard and cashier employees to ensure safety and satisfaction of patrons, effective swim lessons instruction, and cleanliness of facilities.
- Monitored and balanced pool chemistry including pH and chlorine levels.
- Led and participated in trainings to maintain proficiency in first responder skills.
- Spearheaded customer service issues and documented major facility events with incident reports.
- Cooperated fully with manager to identify areas of concern and ascertain reliable methods for remediation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Astrophysics
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM05.2024
High School Diploma -
Rio Grande High School
Albuquerque05.2018
Skills
- Data analysis
- Python & MATLAB programming
- Research paper writing (LaTeX)
- Computer hardware proficiency
- Process optimization
- MS Office
- Leadership and teamwork
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Customer service
- CPR, AED, First aid
Additional Experience
- Society of Physics Students (SPS UNM Chapter) — Actively participated as a member and elected officer [president (x2), vice president, secretary, historian]. Built a strong community of friends. Participated in public outreach, conferences, mentorship, physics games/challenges, and team-building. Earned "Outstanding Chapter" awards.
- Observatory Operator Volunteering — Operate UNM's telescopes and observatory on Friday nights to entertain and educate the public about space while they observe objects in the eyepiece.
- "Demo Shows" Volunteering — Participated in multiple performances showing off physics demonstrations in an entertaining, play-like manner for the public (primarily high school students) in an effort to interest them in physics and astronomy.
- Team Sports — 8+ years football, 4 years track & field, 3 years basketball.
Hobbies
- PC Building (2 years)
- Rock Climbing (4 years)
- Piano (2 years)
Timeline
School Program Instructor
Guided Discoveries, Inc. (AstroCamp)
01.2023 - 11.2023
Research Assistant/Staff
UNM Department Of Physics & Astronomy
08.2022 - 11.2022
Physics/Astronomy REU Program Coordinator
UNM Department Of Physics & Astronomy
05.2022 - 07.2022
Research Assistant (Student Entry Level)
UNM Department Of Physics & Astronomy
07.2019 - 05.2021
Lifeguard
Bernalillo County Aquatics
08.2018 - 05.2019
Head Lifeguard
Bernalillo County Aquatics
05.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Astrophysics
University of New Mexico
High School Diploma -
Rio Grande High School
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