Jordyn Gerlach
Urbana,IL
Summary
Highly ambitious graduate researcher with a background in conducting complex research projects, data analysis and report creation. Strengths include strong analytical skills, proficiency in statistical software, and the ability to work well in team environments. Previous roles involved making significant contributions to research papers and assisting professors in course preparation, demonstrating commitment to education and research.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Illinois Knox Lab
Urbana, Illinois
06.2024 - 05.2026
- Designed and conducted experimental studies to implement electrical impedance spectroscopy as a tool for puberty and ovulation detection in swine.
- Analyzed impedance data with R Studio and Python, ensuring accurate research findings.
Infectious Disease Research Assistant
Carthage Innovative Swine Solutions
Savoy, Illinois
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Contributed to data collection for research on E. Coli and PRRS effects on differing genetic lines.
- Executed daily responsibilities related to swine health and barn management.
Production Research Intern
Carthage System Professional Swine Management
Carthage, Illinois
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Conducted a research trial that investigated the effects of differing water nipples on sow and piglet performance in a 6,000 head sow farm.
- Deciphered data collected and presented a water nipple replacement proposal to executive directors which was approved and implemented into the company.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of Illinois Beef Nutrition Lab
Urbana, Illinois
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Collected, measured, and analyzed samples from ruminal animals.
- Prepared feed samples for laboratory analysis and experiments.
Education
Master of Animal Science - Reproductive Biology
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Urbana, IL05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science Food Animal Production
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Urbana, IL05.2024
Skills
- R Studio software proficiency
- Analytical thinking
- Research methodology
- Team management
- Animal husbandry
- Collegiate teaching
Accomplishments
- 2024 Alpha Zeta Honor Society Inductee
- 2024 Johnathon Baldwin Turner Scholar Graduate
- 2024 University of Illinois James Scholar Graduate
- 2023 IAA Top Scholar
- 2022 FFA American Degree Recipient
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Illinois Knox Lab
06.2024 - 05.2026
Infectious Disease Research Assistant
Carthage Innovative Swine Solutions
08.2023 - 11.2023
Production Research Intern
Carthage System Professional Swine Management
05.2023 - 08.2023
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of Illinois Beef Nutrition Lab
01.2022 - 05.2023
Master of Animal Science - Reproductive Biology
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science Food Animal Production
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
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