Kaylee Lane
Bellingham
Summary
Research student with extensive experience in the Clark Lab at Western Washington University, skilled in spectroscopic techniques and data analysis. Effective in encouraging team collaboration and streamlining operations to achieve research objectives. Adept at laboratory techniques and training peers, ensuring safety and efficiency in all projects.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Clark Lab at Western Washington University
Bellingham
04.2024 - Current
- Collected water samples and water quality data in the field
- Prepared samples and analyzed data in Origin and Excel
- Performed calibrations on the spectrofluorometer and sonde
- Created and presented publication-quality plots
- Performed photodegradation and biodegradation experiments
- Managed orders and inventory to maintain continuous availability of lab supplies
- Trained new students on lab procedures to facilitate onboarding
- Managed hazardous waste
Teaching Assistant / Lab Prepper
Western Washington University
Bellingham
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Supervised students during lab sessions, reinforcing safety protocols and clarifying experimental procedures to enhance understanding
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance student learning outcomes and optimize lab operations
- Prepared reagents, solutions, and supplies for experiments
- Managed collection and disposal of hazardous waste, ensuring compliance with safety regulations
- Assisted students with FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy analysis
Personal Account Representative
1st Security Bank
Aberdeen
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Educated and guided customers on policies and products
- Resolved customer issues through effective communication and problem-solving
- Aided team in achieving monthly objectives through consistent collaboration
- Processed monetary transactions and balanced a cashbox daily
- Followed procedures to ensure security
- Communicated and worked efficiently with a team
- Performed monthly audits
Crew Member
Papa Murphy’s
Aberdeen
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Recorded customer orders for efficient processing, ensuring accuracy
- Communicated effectively and collaborated with team to enhance service quality
- Restocked ingredients and supplies to maintain product availability
- Informed customers of products
- Maintained a sanitary environment
Waitress
Crow’s Nest Drive-In
Montesano
06.2020 - 02.2021
- Recorded and processed orders while providing customer service
- Collaborated with team to enhance service efficiency and customer satisfaction
- Processed monetary transactions and balanced the cashbox daily
- Maintained sanitary environment to promote health and safety for guests and staff
- Maintained inventory of supplies to support daily operations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry Major, Materials Science Minor
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA06.2026
Associate of Science -
Grays Harbor College
Aberdeen, WA06.2023
High School Diploma -
Montesano Jr. Sr. High School
Montesano, WA06.2021
Skills
- Spectroscopic techniques
- Field research
- Data analysis
- Laboratory techniques
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Proficient in Excel
Awards & Honors
- Jerry Price and Nancy Sherer Chemistry Scholarship, 2025
- Barbara French Duzan Scholarship, 2024
- Grays Harbor Community Foundation Scholarship, 2023, 2024, 2025
- Kelsey Foundation Scholarship, 2023, 2024
- Seabrook Community Foundation Scholarship, 2023
- Western Washington University Honor Roll, 2023
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, 2022
- Walter E. Brown Scholarship, 2021
- Seely Science Scholarship, 2021
- Grays Harbor College President’s List, 2019, 2020
- National Honor Society, 2019
- Award of Academic Achievement, Montesano High School for Honors English, 2018
- Certificate of Achievement for a 4.0 Grade Point Average, 2018
- Certificate of Award for Outstanding Performance and Achievement at Montesano High School, 2018
- SWW1A Evergreen Division Golf All-Academic Award, 2018, 2019
- SWW1A Evergreen Division Cross Country All-Academic Award, 2017, 2018
Timeline
Teaching Assistant / Lab Prepper
Western Washington University
04.2025 - 06.2025
Research Assistant
Clark Lab at Western Washington University
04.2024 - Current
Personal Account Representative
1st Security Bank
11.2022 - 09.2023
Crew Member
Papa Murphy’s
06.2021 - 09.2021
Waitress
Crow’s Nest Drive-In
06.2020 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry Major, Materials Science Minor
Western Washington University
Associate of Science -
Grays Harbor College
High School Diploma -
Montesano Jr. Sr. High School