Haley Stephens
Port Orchard,WA
Summary
Dependable Histology Technician with 6 years of mixed chemistry and biology lab work as well as 2 years of conservation and restoration science lab and field work. Specializing in technical histology work. Proficient in preparing slides, documenting results and producing timely reports. Work effectively with clinical staff to provide information and resolve problems. Adaptable to all feedback from mentors and peers and quickly assimilates all recommendations efficiently.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Paleobotany Collections Assistant Volunteer
Burke Museum Of Natural History And Culture
02.2022 - Current
- Utilization of ImageJ software.
- Engaged in field geology collection and research.
- Conducted research through microscopes and lab equipment.
- Executed the creation and implementation of research goals in a diverse lab setting.
Histology Technician
Alta Sciences
11.2020 - 05.2022
- Coordinated multiple studies simultaneously while remaining detail oriented to meet varying deadlines.
- Preformed microtome sample preparation and examination.
- Prepared histologic slides via embedding and processing.
- Collaboratively worked with team to efficiently align work for confidential research.
Assistant Manager
Corner Crest LLC
01.2016 - 11.2020
- Enhanced problem solving skills by monitoring cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Outlined and maintained landscape design and restoration.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
Education
BS - Conservation and Restoration
University of Washington
03.2023
BS - Biology
Seattle Pacific University
06.2019
AA - Biology
North Seattle College
08.2017
Skills
- Laboratory Equipment Handling
- Technical Applications Implementation
- Specimen Handling
- Report Preparation
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
French
Elementary
Community Service
Whale Scout - Educator/Leader Volunteer, Bothell, WA, 01/2023 - Present
Presentations And Lectures
Undergraduate Research Symposium, Edge Effects on Keystone Species, The Pileated Woodpecker, in an Urban Green Space, UW Bothell, 2022
Research Experience
Stromberg Lab, UW - Seattle, WA
Completed research under Caroline Stromberg and Christopher Shiller regarding their study area in Succor Creek, Oregon. The focus of the study is on the Assessment of Charcoal Morphometry Accuracy to determine fuel type. This study is still ongoing. Our findings will be presented at the Undergraduate Research Symposium in 2023.
Timeline
Paleobotany Collections Assistant Volunteer
Burke Museum Of Natural History And Culture
02.2022 - Current
Histology Technician
Alta Sciences
11.2020 - 05.2022
Assistant Manager
Corner Crest LLC
01.2016 - 11.2020
BS - Conservation and Restoration
University of Washington
BS - Biology
Seattle Pacific University
AA - Biology
North Seattle College
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