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Cassidy Soard

Storrs

Summary

Experienced with conducting thorough research and analyzing data to support academic projects. Utilizes strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracy and reliability of findings. Knowledgeable in effective communication techniques to present research results clearly.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Graduate Research Assistant

Kelly Burke, Ph.D.
01.2023 - Current
  • Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
  • Mentored undergraduate students by educating on research methodologies and techniques.
  • Formed new bioinspired materials to improve biomedical practice and efficacy

Research Assistant

Missouri State University
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Presented research poster at annual Undergraduate Research Symposium
  • Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
  • Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.

Summer REU Researcher

University Of Mississippi
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • Presented findings at end-of-program presentation week.
  • Conducted organic synthesis experiments and purifications
  • Characterized organic compounds by NMR and FTIR
  • Synthesized polymeric materials by electrochemistry methods

Education

Ph.D. - Polymer Science

University of Connecticut
Storrs
05-2027

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Missouri State University
Springfield, MO
05-2022

Skills

  • Research and analysis
  • Attention to detail
  • Documentation skills
  • Conducting assays
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management

Accomplishments

    Won second place in Undergraduate Research Poster Competition in 2022

Timeline

Graduate Research Assistant

Kelly Burke, Ph.D.
01.2023 - Current

Research Assistant

Missouri State University
08.2021 - 05.2022

Summer REU Researcher

University Of Mississippi
05.2019 - 08.2019

Ph.D. - Polymer Science

University of Connecticut

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Missouri State University
Cassidy Soard