Devin Riley
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Research-driven individual with experience in analyzing complex scientific data and literature. Committed to maintaining high standards of accuracy and attention to detail, ready to support innovative research initiatives and drive successful outcomes. Focused in laboratory works that involve Biology related issues that occur throughout the development, and technological advances in the world.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant Intern
Gonzaga University School of Education
05.2025 - Current
- Worked in Microbiology focusing in Citizen Science on Tick-Surveillance in Eastern Washington
- Researched and interpreted large volumes of scientific data and literature.
- Supported lab activities by maintaining inventory and chemical stocks and cleaning lab equipment.
- Conducted routine and standardized DNA Extraction and qPCR experiments in controlled environments.
- Organized and maintained research databases for easy access.
- Coordinated scheduling of interviews and focus groups with participants.
- Contributed to preparation of presentations and reports for academic conferences.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines were met efficiently.
- Engaged in weekly meetings to discuss progress and share insights on findings.
- Conducted thorough statistical analyses on collected data sets to derive meaningful conclusions from research findings.
- Contributed to the successful completion of research projects by collaborating effectively with team members.
- Managed laboratory inventory effectively, reducing waste and optimizing resource usage.
- Applied critical thinking skills when troubleshooting issues encountered during experiments or data collection activities.
- Presented research findings at conferences and meetings, showcasing project successes and promoting future collaborations.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis for educational research projects.
- Supported faculty in literature reviews and resource compilation.
Standard Tech I
Gonzaga ITS
08.2022 - Current
- Diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues for diverse IT systems.
- Provided technical support to faculty and staff, ensuring efficient technology use.
- Managed inventory of IT equipment, optimizing resource allocation and usage.
- Developed and implemented troubleshooting protocols to enhance service response times.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.
- Optimized system performance thorough testing and analysis.
- Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
Research Assistant Intern
Gonzaga University School of Education
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked in Cell Biology testing how understudied proteins affected HeLa cells through Plasmid Transfections and Microscopy
- Conducted literature reviews to support research projects and enhance educational methodologies.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis for various educational studies and assessments.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop research proposals and funding applications.
- Organized and maintained research databases, ensuring accuracy and accessibility of information.
- Engaged in discussions on best practices in educational research methodologies with team members.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
- Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality output.
- Contributed to the publication of research articles in peer-reviewed journals, showcasing expertise in various topics.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis for educational research projects.
- Supported faculty in literature reviews and resource compilation.
Community Service Mentee
Gonzaga Experiential Leadership Institute
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Black Student Union Secretary
Gonzaga University School of Education
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Managed scheduling and calendar coordination for executives, ensuring efficient time allocation.
- Maintained accurate filing system, improving document retrieval speed and organization.
- Assisted with preparation of reports and presentations, enhancing communication clarity.
- Handled incoming correspondence, prioritizing urgent matters for timely response.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing support to colleagues when needed in various tasks or projects.
- Promoted a positive image of the organization through clear communication both internally with colleagues and externally with clients.
- Streamlined communication processes, resulting in faster response times to internal queries.
Summer Camp Counselor
University of Southern California, USC
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Facilitated daily activities, ensuring safety and engagement of campers.
- Assisted in developing age-appropriate programs to enhance camper experience.
- Monitored camper behavior, promoting positive interactions and conflict resolution.
- Collaborated with staff to implement safety protocols and emergency procedures.
- Organized recreational activities, fostering teamwork and social skills among campers.
- Maintained accurate records of camper attendance and incident reports.
- Provided feedback to supervisors on program effectiveness and camper needs.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Boosted camp morale by fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment for all participants.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
- Ensured smooth transitions between activities by efficiently managing time and resources throughout each day.
- Enhanced camper experience by organizing and leading engaging activities tailored to various age groups.
- Led daily activities, fostering teamwork and collaboration among campers.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance campers' skills and creativity.
- Supervised and ensured safety of up to 30 children during outdoor and indoor events.
Youth Ambassador
Bridge Builders Foundation
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Engaged youth in community initiatives to promote awareness and social responsibility.
- Assisted in organizing events that fostered leadership skills among participants.
- Collaborated with local organizations to create outreach programs addressing youth issues.
- Developed educational materials to support workshops on personal development topics.
- Mentored youth in leadership discussions.
- Coordinated volunteer opportunities for youth, enhancing community involvement and engagement.
- Mentored younger participants, promoting confidence and active participation in activities.
- Learned and applied proper business etiquette.
- Developed leadership skills in participants through team-building exercises and group projects.
Black Student Union Member
Bellflower Unified School District
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Led student initiatives to enhance community engagement and promote school spirit.
- Mentored peers on academic subjects, fostering collaborative learning environments.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities, ensuring effective communication among participants.
- Developed and organized educational workshops that improved student participation rates.
- Gave back to the community by providing food to the local community.
- Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
- Championed a growth mindset culture within the classroom, inspiring students to embrace challenges and persevere through obstacles in pursuit of their academic goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Gonzaga University
Spokane, WA05-2026
High School Diploma -
King Drew Magnet High School of Medicine And Science
Los Angeles, CA06-2022
Skills
- Quantitative research
- Team collaboration
- Microsoft office
- Scientific writing
- Proofreading
- Project Support
- Lab techniques qPCR, DNA Extraction, Plasmid Transfections, GEL Imaging, Microscopy
- Literature review
- Undergraduate research
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Verbal and written communication
- Scientific experiments
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Research Assistant Intern
Gonzaga University School of Education
05.2025 - Current
Research Assistant Intern
Gonzaga University School of Education
05.2024 - 08.2024
Community Service Mentee
Gonzaga Experiential Leadership Institute
08.2023 - 05.2024
Black Student Union Secretary
Gonzaga University School of Education
08.2023 - 05.2024
Standard Tech I
Gonzaga ITS
08.2022 - Current
Summer Camp Counselor
University of Southern California, USC
06.2021 - 08.2023
Black Student Union Member
Bellflower Unified School District
09.2020 - 08.2021
Youth Ambassador
Bridge Builders Foundation
08.2020 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Gonzaga University
High School Diploma -
King Drew Magnet High School of Medicine And Science