Celeste Watkins
Menifee,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with experience in using analytical techniques, including HPLC, UV-Vis (Diode Array and Double Beam), and GCMS. Proficient in using Excel for data analysis and reporting and operating specialized equipment such as Lyophilizer. Demonstrates strong organizational skills, effective time management, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Adept at delivering presentations with clarity and precision. Committed to leveraging technical skills and teamwork to achieve career growth in a dynamic environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Library assistant
Lorena Alvarado
Los Angeles, California
2021.08 - Current
- Assisted patrons in checking in and out books
- Shelf maintenance
- Answered questions
SI for CHE 3
Biology Department
Los Angeles, California
2022.08 - 2024.12
- Help students understand fundamental concepts
- Answer questions
- Offer advice on studying tactics
STEM Peer Counselor
Leslie Robles
Los Angeles, California
2022.06 - 2023.03
- Developed my interpersonal communication skills
- Customer Services
- Listening skill and being able to assist students
Research Fellowship I
John Stauffer Summer Research Program
Los Angeles, California
2023.05 - 2023.06
- Learned how to use HPLC
- Read relevant sources that support research objectives
- Worked with others
Orientation Leader
Nina Carlson
Los Angeles, California
2023.05 - 2023.08
- Setup booths and tables for events
- Helped check-in students
- Direct traffic for various events
- Small group leader for incoming students and transfers
Research Fellowship I
John Stauffer Summer Research Program
Los Angeles, California
2024.05 - 2024.06
- Collaborating with others
- Communication
- Presenting progress at conferences
- Utilizing the HPLC along with other various instruments
Lab Assistant for CHE 3
Biology Department
Los Angeles, California
2024.08 - 2024.12
- Setup Lab Experiments
- Answer Questions that Students Had
Orientation Leader
Nina Carlson
Los Angeles, California
2024.05 - 2024.06
- Setup booths and tables for events
- Helped check-in students
- Direct traffic for various events
- Small group leader for incoming students and transfers
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Mount Saint Mary's University
Los Angeles 2021.08 - 2025.05
Skills
- Excel Skills
- Can use HPLC
- Can operate UV-Vis
- Can use GCMS
- Can use Lyophilizer
- Organization Skills
- Time Management
- Works well individually and in group settings
- Presentation Skills
Timeline
Lab Assistant for CHE 3
Biology Department
2024.08 - 2024.12
Research Fellowship I
John Stauffer Summer Research Program
2024.05 - 2024.06
Orientation Leader
Nina Carlson
2024.05 - 2024.06
Research Fellowship I
John Stauffer Summer Research Program
2023.05 - 2023.06
Orientation Leader
Nina Carlson
2023.05 - 2023.08
SI for CHE 3
Biology Department
2022.08 - 2024.12
STEM Peer Counselor
Leslie Robles
2022.06 - 2023.03
Library assistant
Lorena Alvarado
2021.08 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Mount Saint Mary's University
2021.08 - 2025.05