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Elizabeth Tarr

Champaign,IL

Summary

Recent finance graduate with a Master's in Finance and a strong academic background, transitioning from the University of Illinois's Ph.D. Program. Possessing two years of research experience in finance. Strong analytical and research skills with an advanced understanding of financial principles. Eager to shift to a dynamic career in investor relations and work in a team-oriented environment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Graduate Research Assistant

Gies College Of Business, University Of Illinois
08.2022 - 05.2024
  • Collaborated closely with a full professor in weekly meetings to discuss and enhance a research project on private equity firms
  • Executed analysis and regressions relevant to the project to identify relationships in the data.
  • Utilized SAS to revise and edit a Preqin dataset to increase the efficiency and accuracy of the research findings.

Research Assistant

University Of South Florida
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Assisted on a research project within the Performance & Physique Enhancement Laboratory by collecting data and tracking the subjects' progress.
  • Utilized measuring techniques to assess subjects' body composition before and after the study.
  • Engaged in weekly meetings to discuss the progress of the study and any adjustments to the methodology.

Published Abstracts:

  • Quint J, Ibrahim A, Mastrofini G, Lamadrid P, Waddell B, Gonzales A, Tarr L, Rogers J, Klahr D, Callahan K, Miller H, Schoucair D, Urrita M, SanFilippo G, Brooks A, Campbell B. A comparison between BIA and A-mode ultrasound technology for assessing body composition changes in resistance-trained individuals undergoing short-term calorie restriction. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 17:59:A6 (November 2020).
  • Siedler M, Mastrofini G, Brooks A, Quint J, Ibrahim A, Mathas D, Smith T, Fay N, Rogers J, Gonzalez A, Miller H, Tarr E, Vasenina E, Campbell B. The effect of moderate intermittent versus continuous energy restriction on body composition on hunger and eating behaviors in resistance-trained females: A randomized controlled trial. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 17:59:A9 (November 2020).

Economics Tutor

University of South Florida
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Provided personalized one-to-one virtual tutoring sessions for students on topics in Microeconomics and Macroeconomics.
  • Monitored and assessed progress, adjusting teaching strategies to ensure student success.

Volunteer

Moffit Cancer Center
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Volunteered as an assistant to the nursing staff in the radiology department.
  • Provided general support services to cancer patients and the nursing team.

Education

Master of Science - Finance

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL
05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Quantitative Economics And Econometrics, Mathematics

University of South Florida
Tampa, Florida
05.2022

Skills

  • Analytical Skills: Forecasting, data analysis, research, Microsoft Excel, data maintenance
  • Technical Skills: MATLAB, Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel), Python, SAS, STATA, Tableau
  • Soft Skills: Written and verbal communication, detail oriented, collaboration, self-motivated

Awards

  • Dean's List of Scholars, Fall 2019 – Spring 2021
  • President's Honor Roll, Fall 2018 – Spring 2019
  • Graduated High School, Summa Cum Laude, May 2018

Timeline

Graduate Research Assistant

Gies College Of Business, University Of Illinois
08.2022 - 05.2024

Economics Tutor

University of South Florida
01.2021 - 05.2021

Volunteer

Moffit Cancer Center
09.2019 - 03.2020

Research Assistant

University Of South Florida
08.2019 - 03.2020

Master of Science - Finance

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign

Bachelor of Science - Quantitative Economics And Econometrics, Mathematics

University of South Florida
Elizabeth Tarr