Katherine Houghton
Southgate,US
Summary
Dynamic and dependable professional with experience at Wayne State Student Disability Services, excelling in compassionate care and organizational skills. Proven ability to enhance student engagement and satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving. Skilled in medical terminology and basic life support, committed to delivering exceptional service in fast-paced environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
12.2025 - Current
- Assisted in data collection and analysis using statistical software.
- Prepared research materials and presentations for academic conferences.
- Participated in bi-weekly team meetings to discuss project progress and updates.
- Organized laboratory equipment and ensured proper maintenance protocols were followed.
- Cultivated research skills to learn how to handle independent assignments.
- Supported principal investigators during research by handling administrative tasks.
- Took active role in research projects under guidance of seasoned faculty members.
- Performed laboratory experiments in accordance with established protocols.
- Cleaned and prepared lab equipment for solutions, specimens and samples.
- Participated in extra training and courses to refine and improve upon industry knowledge.
- Identified and fixed issues with lab equipment to achieve more accurate lab results.
- Interpreted test results and determined need for retesting.
- Reviewed experimental data to catch potential lab errors and correct mistakes.
- Reduced occurrence of lab test errors for improved reliability and to avoid need for retesting.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
Student Assistant and Testing Proctor
Wayne State Student Disability Services
02.2024 - Current
- Administered and proctored student exams, including start/stop procedures, delivering instructions, time management, scanning completed exams, and coordinated student inquiries with professors.
- Scheduled and coordinated student appointments with disability specialists, managing various appointment types efficiently.
- Provided compassionate assistance to students, addressing concerns and directing them to appropriate campus resources.
- Represented the department at resource fairs and orientations, promoting services, explaining procedures, and facilitating student engagement.
Cashier
McDonald's
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a high-volume restaurant setting by efficiently taking and managing orders, preparing a variety of beverages and food items, including ice cream and fries, and accurately operating the cash register.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and sanitary environment while engaging customers with professionalism and ensuring timely order fulfillment to enhance overall guest satisfaction.
Volunteer
Ophthalmic Specialists of Michigan
Dearborn, MI
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Developed strong working relationships with personnel and peers.
- Maintained accurate records and data entry for tracking volunteer hours and progress.
- Provided support and assistance with additional tasks and special projects.
- Developed strong communication and interpersonal skills by interacting with diverse groups of people.
- Maintained confidential records and filing system to protect client information.
- Used computer system to obtain and document client information.
Cashier and Food Production
Panera Bread
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Maintained a clean and welcoming café environment by performing thorough cleaning and sanitation tasks.
- Prepared fresh menu items such as sandwiches, smoothies, and soups following quality and safety standards.
- Efficiently took orders in-person and through the drive-thru, accurately operated the cash register, and delivered friendly, customer-focused service to enhance the overall guest experience.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Neuroscience
WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY
Detroit, MI, US 08.2023 - 03.2026
High school diploma -
GULF BREEZE HIGH SCHOOL
Skills
- Adaptability
- Basic life support
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving
- Dependability
- Customer service
- Medical terminology
- Compassionate care
- Confidentiality
- Laboratory techniques
- Data analysis
- Research methodologies
- Effective communication
- Record keeping
- Team collaboration
- Laboratory operations
- Data collection
- Ethical considerations
- Presentation development
- Event planning
- Active learning
- Time management
- Study techniques
- Microsoft proficiency
- Fast learner
- Punctuality and work ethic
- Operations support
- Administering tests
- Administrative tasks
- Student safety
- Presentation building
- Disability services
- Visual impairment support
- Disability awareness
- Appointment organization
- Safety management
- Confidentiality and ethics
- Patience and flexibility
- Emotional disabilities support
- Learning disabilities support
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Vital signs and examinations
- Professionalism and ethics
- Clinical documentation
Certification
Basic Life Support for Healthcare, American Red Cross, 11/08/2025
References
References available upon request
Volunteer Experience
Ophthalmic Specialists of Michigan, Volunteer, 02/01/24, 04/30/24, Dearborn, MI, US, Developed strong working relationships with personnel and peers. Maintained accurate records and data entry for tracking volunteer hours and progress. Provided support and assistance with additional tasks and special projects. Developed strong communication and interpersonal skills by interacting with diverse groups of people. Maintained confidential records and filing system to protect client information. Used computer system to obtain and document client information.
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Wayne State University
12.2025 - Current
Cashier
McDonald's
06.2024 - 08.2024
Student Assistant and Testing Proctor
Wayne State Student Disability Services
02.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Ophthalmic Specialists of Michigan
02.2024 - 04.2024
Bachelors of Science - Neuroscience
WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY
08.2023 - 03.2026
Cashier and Food Production
Panera Bread
11.2022 - 07.2023
High school diploma -
GULF BREEZE HIGH SCHOOL