Elisa Mickelson
Portland,United States
Summary
I am a driven research assistant experienced in conducting laboratory, library, and field research. I am skilled in working within demanding environments to collect and evaluate research data for a variety of projects. I have a background in diatom and macroinvertebrate research. I am in the process of completing a bachelors degree in Environmental Science.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Portland State University
12.2021 - Current
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
- Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
- Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
- Conducted research pertaining to macroinvertebrates and diatoms in Pacific Northwest.
- Prepared materials for reports, presentations and submission to peer-reviewed journal publications.
- Evaluated biotic and physical data for variety of research projects
- Co-author on two scientific papers
Lead Volunteer
Lines For Life - Youthline
03.2019 - 05.2022
- Total Hours: 939
- Teen to Teen crisis line
- Responded to texts, chats, and calls
- Monitored and provided support for volunteers
- Established efficient and supportive work environment
- Kept case files updated, accurate and aligned with requirements
Environmental Service Technician
OHSU
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Clean bathrooms, waiting areas, and patient rooms
- Communicate effectively with staff, visitors, and patients
- Established safe environment for staff, visitors, and patients
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Portland State University
Portland, OR06.2025
High School Diploma -
Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School
Portland, OR06.2020
Skills
- Time Management
- Running Experiments
- Lab Operations
- Managing Laboratory Supplies
- Research and Analysis
- R-Studio: Data analysis, coding, modeling, and presentation
- Accurate Field Data Collection in Physically Demanding Environments
- Microsoft Excel
- Attention to Detail
- Data Analysis
References
- Morgan Leets - Youthline Supervisor
- Email: MorganL@linesforlife.org
- Patrick Edwards, PH.D. - Portland State Professor & Research Assistant Supervisor
- Email: patrick.edwards@pdx.edu
- Phone: 503.725.8303
Timeline
Research Assistant
Portland State University
12.2021 - Current
Environmental Service Technician
OHSU
08.2019 - 06.2020
Lead Volunteer
Lines For Life - Youthline
03.2019 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Portland State University
High School Diploma -
Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School
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