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Justin T. Schaefer

Justin T. Schaefer

Beaverton,OR

Summary

Professional leader with extensive experience in driving strategic initiatives and fostering effective team collaboration. Strong background in education, project management, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring organizational goals are met efficiently. Known for adaptability, reliability, and focus on achieving impactful results. Skilled in leveraging data-driven insights, optimizing processes, and mentoring teams to excel in dynamic environments.

Experienced with developing engaging and effective training materials that meet organizational goals. Utilizes innovative teaching methods to ensure knowledge retention and application. Knowledge of adult learning principles and techniques to drive performance improvements.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Assurance Technician I

Acumed
01.2024 - Current
  • Conducted root cause analyses for identified defects, implementing preventive measures to minimize recurrence rates.
  • Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of corrective actions, making adjustments as necessary to maintain high levels of quality performance.
  • Tests, inspects, or measures products, materials, and/or processes to evaluate conformance with specifications.
  • Completes required documentation and other quality or manufacturing data with accuracy and completeness.
  • Inspect, process and disposition incoming finished goods inventory.
  • Accurately enters information into manufacturing data gathering system.
  • Creates Non-Conforming Material Reports (NCMRs)/Quality Notifications (QNs) for products or materials out of specification, discarded.
  • Adhered to good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.

Technical Trainer

Ebara Technologies
2022 - 2024
  • Provided ongoing support for alumni of technical training programs, answering questions or offering additional resources when needed.
  • Created courseware using online learning management system tool and various graphics and multimedia software programs.
  • Enhanced employee technical skills by developing comprehensive training modules and hands-on workshops.
  • Collaborated with subject matter experts to develop tailored courses for specific roles within the organization.
  • Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.
  • Worked with vendors to customize courseware to accommodate business needs.
  • Conducted thorough needs assessments to identify areas for improvement in training materials and methods.
  • Multi-level training from basic skills to high-level electronic troubleshooting
  • Creation and curation of online training courses beginning with fundamental training and including advanced and recurring training
  • Adhered to good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.

Math Instructor

Sigtunaskolan Humanistiska Läroverket
2019 - 2022
  • Grades 8-12
  • International Baccalaureate Program
  • In-person, hybrid and online teaching
  • Designed materials and assignments to bolster students' understanding of tricky mathematical concepts.
  • Taught students remedial through advanced levels.
  • Created course syllabus to clearly communicate expectations and standards for student success.
  • Held office hours to provide additional course support and help students navigate course curriculum.
  • Documented and communicated student progress on course goals to identify areas in need of improvement.
  • Improved student comprehension by incorporating real-life examples and problem-solving activities into lesson plans.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by implementing consistent rules and consequences while maintaining rapport with students.
  • Boosted students'' confidence with personalized tutoring sessions, resulting in higher test scores.
  • Focused on critical thinking skills development, challenging students to apply mathematical concepts across various contexts.

Hempedagog (house tutor)

Sigtunaskolan Humanistiska Läroverket
01.2017 - 2019
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Implemented data-driven instruction methods that allowed for continuous monitoring of student progress towards individualized goals.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their writing and problem-solving skills.
  • Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.
  • Established positive relationships with both students and parents, fostering open communication regarding academic progress and goals.
  • Encouraged critical thinking and analytical skills in students through debate and discussion-based classes.
  • Prepared letters of recommendation for students looking to obtain internships and cooperative opportunities.

Project Manager in Industrial Consulting Intelligence

PreScouter Inc.
2015 - 2017
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Led cross-functional teams to successful project completions, improving team cohesion and productivity with effective leadership strategies.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission.
  • Completed projects within tight deadlines, coordinating team efforts and prioritizing tasks effectively.

Professor of Human Gross Anatomy, Embryology and Histology

University Of California, Irvine
2011 - 2015
  • Classroom instruction (3-12 hrs/wk)
  • Laboratory instruction (6-12 hrs/wk)
  • Practical examination design, setup, oversight and grading
  • Surgical specialty workshops (residents and attendings)
  • Enhanced student understanding by designing interactive and engaging lectures.
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
  • Ensured curriculum alignment with academic standards through regular course review and updates.
  • Graded tests and assignments and uploaded to school database.
  • Maintained regular office hours to provide struggling students with additional course help.

Assistant Professor of Anatomy

David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and UCLA School of Dentistry
01.2009 - 2011
  • Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
  • Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
  • Evaluated student performance through comprehensive assessments, identifying areas of improvement and providing targeted feedback for growth.
  • Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of subject matter by attending conferences, workshops, and webinars relevant to the field of study.
  • Contributed to departmental goals by serving on various committees focused on curriculum development, assessment strategies, and accreditation requirements.
  • Helped struggling students by providing support outside of classrooms and consistently checking in on progress.
  • Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
  • Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
  • Proctored exams and provided remediation for learning improvement goals.
  • Strengthened relationships with colleagues by participating in collaborative projects and research endeavors.
  • Performed research to serve as basis for academic writing for publication.
  • Worked with dean to assess and evaluate courses and programs in appropriate discipline.
  • Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
  • Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
  • Graded tests and assignments and uploaded to school database.
  • Maintained regular office hours to provide struggling students with additional course help.

Gross Anatomy Post-Doctoral Fellowship

Brown University & The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
01.2007 - 2009
  • Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Served as a reliable resource for students seeking academic guidance, leading to improved confidence and performance in coursework.
  • Assisted professors with course preparation, ensuring timely delivery of materials and efficient use of resources.
  • Evaluated student presentations for clarity, accuracy, and depth of understanding, offering constructive feedback for improvement efforts.
  • Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
  • Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights.
  • Synthesized large volumes of information, identifying key trends and patterns relevant to research objectives.
  • Presented research findings at national and international conferences, raising the profile of the institution.
  • Conducted fieldwork in diverse environments, adapting methodologies to unique challenges encountered.
  • Performed accurate quantitative analysis of targeted data research, collection and report preparation.

Teaching Assistant

University of Connecticut
01.1999 - 2007
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Facilitated strong communication between faculty and students by promptly addressing inquiries and concerns related to course content or requirements.
  • Assisted professors with course preparation, ensuring timely delivery of materials and efficient use of resources.
  • Served as a reliable resource for students seeking academic guidance, leading to improved confidence and performance in coursework.
  • Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
  • Prepared letters of recommendation for students looking to obtain internships and cooperative opportunities.

Machinist/technician in Experimental Cosmology Laboratory

University Of California, Santa Barbara
1997 - 1999
  • Multiple metals and alloys involvement
  • Low-tolerance (NASA funded project)
  • Electronic assembly
  • Cryogenics
  • Testing and validation
  • Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
  • Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
  • Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
  • Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
  • Maintained detailed records of completed jobs, tracking materials used and time spent on each project for accurate billing purposes.
  • Collaborated with engineers to develop new parts, interpreting blueprints and schematics for accurate production.
  • Fostered safer workplace by adhering to and promoting strict safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Inspected and measured machined parts for conformance to specified tolerances.
  • Studied sample parts, blueprints or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products.

Education

PhD - Comparative Biomechanics and Functional Morphology

University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA
01.2007

MSc - Ecological Physiology

University of Connecticut
Mansfield, CT
01.2001

BS - Ecology and Evolution

University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA
01.1997

Skills

  • Project management
  • Risk management
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Time management
  • Resource allocation
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Leadership development
  • Organization and time management
  • Problem resolution
  • Active listening

Certification

  • ICH GCP Certification (ID# 44894187) (2021)
  • Medical Science Liaison Society - MLS Training course (2015), Clinical Research Conduct
  • International Baccalaureate Program (Mathematics Analysis and Approaches Category I, II) (2018-2020)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Swedish
Elementary

Interests

Muscle car restoration and customization

Gem and Mineral hunting and collection

Timeline

Quality Assurance Technician I

Acumed
01.2024 - Current

Hempedagog (house tutor)

Sigtunaskolan Humanistiska Läroverket
01.2017 - 2019

Assistant Professor of Anatomy

David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and UCLA School of Dentistry
01.2009 - 2011

Gross Anatomy Post-Doctoral Fellowship

Brown University & The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
01.2007 - 2009

Teaching Assistant

University of Connecticut
01.1999 - 2007

Technical Trainer

Ebara Technologies
2022 - 2024

Math Instructor

Sigtunaskolan Humanistiska Läroverket
2019 - 2022

Project Manager in Industrial Consulting Intelligence

PreScouter Inc.
2015 - 2017

Professor of Human Gross Anatomy, Embryology and Histology

University Of California, Irvine
2011 - 2015

Machinist/technician in Experimental Cosmology Laboratory

University Of California, Santa Barbara
1997 - 1999

PhD - Comparative Biomechanics and Functional Morphology

University of California, Irvine

MSc - Ecological Physiology

University of Connecticut

BS - Ecology and Evolution

University of California, Santa Barbara

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