Elizabeth Warren
Berkeley,CA
Summary
Applied Mathematics and Astrophysics student at UC Berkeley, with a focus on Quantum Mechanics. Skilled in photon detector calibration, hard X-ray instrumentation, and Python-based data analysis and processing for scientific and mission operations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of California Space Sciences Laboratory
Berkeley, CA
05.2024 - Current
- Assistant researcher for the NASA-funded Solar Polarization and Directivity X-ray Experiment, a CubeSat mission studying solar flares and photon activity.
- Responsible for calibrating and characterizing SHARP (Solar Hard X-ray Polarimeter) detectors for the mission.
- Trained in the operation of a hard x-ray machine, with hands-on experience in safe usage and detector testing.
- Post-launch, managing Science Operations Pipeline and running data analysis.
- Assisting in commissioning process by testing commands on the Engineer Model and organizing commissioning procedures.
Committee Member
Society of Women in Engineering
Berkeley, CA
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Member of the Career Options Committee, planning presentations to educate other SWE members about diverse career paths.
- Working with women in the industry as guest speakers.
- Organizing and leading events for 40+ female-identifying students in the engineering and mathematical sciences field.
Member and Recruitment Co-Chair
Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity Upsilon Chapter
Berkeley, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Active member working as a co-chair for the Recruitment team, demonstrating teamwork and commitment to the chapter.
- Leading events to recruit new members.
- With the sorority, helped raise over $10,000 for breast cancer research through philanthropic fundraising events.
Lifeguard
University of California Recreational Sports Facility
Berkeley, CA
02.2023 - 12.2024
- Worked at Berkeley's five pools to ensure the safety of students, staff, and guests using the facilities.
- Red Cross CPR certified until March 2025 (expired).
Supervisor (Lifeguard and Swim Instructor)
Peninsula Community Center
Redwood City, CA
05.2021 - 08.2023
- Taught and organized lessons for children ages 3 to 15.
- Ensured safety throughout the facilities and responded to emergencies.
- Planned bi-monthly Red Cross lifeguard trainings and managed ten lifeguards as supervisor.
Front Desk Receptionist/Pool Monitor
Peninsula Community Center
Redwood City, CA
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Managed member conflicts and answered questions, both over the phone and in person.
- Handled Center funds by making merchandise sales, recording transactions, and counting cash.
- Quickly got familiarized with constantly changing facility rules and membership procedures/costs.
- Maintained safety during COVID-19 by cleaning surfaces and reinforcing health guidelines.
Water Polo Head Coach
Mid-Peninsula Water Polo
San Carlos, CA
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Head Coach of the 10U water polo team for Mid-Peninsula Club.
- Planned and ran practices three times a week for approximately 15 players, ages 5 to 9.
- Helped coach tournaments and organize players.
Education
Applied Mathematics, Astrophysics
University of California Berkeley
Berkeley, CA05-2026
G.E.D -
Woodside High School
Woodside, CA06.2022
Skills
- Leadership experience
- Python programming
- MATLAB programming
- Hard X-ray machine operation and safety
- Radiation detection and instrumentation
- Mathematics
- Experimental data analysis
- Detector calibration and characterization
- Multitasking and time organization
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution experience
- Experience with children
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of California Space Sciences Laboratory
05.2024 - Current
Committee Member
Society of Women in Engineering
01.2024 - 12.2024
Member and Recruitment Co-Chair
Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity Upsilon Chapter
01.2024 - Current
Lifeguard
University of California Recreational Sports Facility
02.2023 - 12.2024
Water Polo Head Coach
Mid-Peninsula Water Polo
08.2021 - 03.2022
Supervisor (Lifeguard and Swim Instructor)
Peninsula Community Center
05.2021 - 08.2023
Front Desk Receptionist/Pool Monitor
Peninsula Community Center
07.2020 - 08.2022
Applied Mathematics, Astrophysics
University of California Berkeley
G.E.D -
Woodside High School