Kylie Leaty
Marina,CA
Summary
Dynamic professional with experience as a Shift Lead at Starbucks, excelling in team leadership and conflict resolution. Proficient in microbiology techniques and data analysis, I effectively trained new staff, enhancing service quality and operational efficiency. Committed to program planning and adaptability, I drive results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Advisor
CSUMB Housing
Marina, California
01.2025 - Current
- Mediated resident conflicts to promote a harmonious living environment and enhance community relations.
- Coordinated community engagement events to foster inclusivity among diverse student populations.
- Educated residents on housing policies and resources to facilitate informed decision-making.
- Developed educational materials on health, wellness, diversity, inclusion, and academic success for resident distribution.
Shift Lead
Starbucks, Cal State Monterey Bay University
Marina, CA
11.2022 - Current
- Coordinated daily store operations to streamline workflow and support team performance in afast-paced environment.
- Supervised team members, delegating tasks to maintain high productivity during shifts.
- Executed opening and closing duties, ensuring seamless transitions and operational readiness. Tracked stock levels and supplies to maintain adequate inventory.
- Trained and mentored new baristas on beverage preparation techniques to ensure quality service.
Dog Walker / Pet Care Provider
Rover.com
Marina, CA
04.2025 - 04.2026
- Cared for three to five dogs weekly while maintaining high service. Achieved 100% client satisfaction, resulting in repeat customers.
- Customized care strategies to effectively address behavioral needs of anxious or high-energy dogs, enhancing their comfort and behavior.
- Delivered comprehensive pet care, including feeding and administering medication to ensure pets' health and well-being.
- Managed care for clients’ pets and homes independently, ensuring safety and peace of mind for pet owners.
Education
Associate Degree - Biology
Yuba College
Marysville, CA01-2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology
California State University, Monterey Bay
CA, USA04-2026
Skills
- Data analysis and visualization
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Basic statistics and R
- Microbiology techniques
- Aseptic technique
- PCR and culturing
- Laboratory management
- Team leadership and conflict resolution
- Program planning and adaptability
- Coding fundamentals
Clinical Medical Experience
Clinical Volunteer, Health Scholars Program, Completed 280+ hours of hands-on medical and clinical experience in hospital settings, Assisted healthcare staff and gained exposure to patient care and clinical workflows, Developed professionalism, communication, and patient-centered care skills
Laboratory Technical Skills
- Microbiology techniques: plate streaking, culturing, aseptic technique, PCR
- Data analysis: R (data cleaning, visualization, basic statistics), Microsoft Excel
- Coding fundamentals for scientific and research applications
Research
Field work- Behavioral Ecology (Lizard Predator Response) 06/25 to 10/24/25
- Herpetology Field Research, Completed 30+ hours of field research on blue-belly and horned lizards, Studied predator-response behaviors using cats as a natural threat model, Developed herping skills including safe capture, handling, and species identification, Collected and analyzed behavioral data
Undergraduate Researcher- Coral Marine MicroBiology 01/26 – Present
- Conducted RNA extraction and molecular analysis of coral tissue samples to investigate gene expression responses to thermal stress
- Applied sterile technique and molecular protocols to maintain RNA integrity during sample processing
Currently authoring a scientific research paper analyzing transcriptomic responses of corals to heat stress
Thesis- Hammerhead sharks 0/1- Present
- Conducting thesis research on hammerhead shark conservation genetics using transcriptomics to assess inbreeding effects on gene expression.
- Reviewing literature to develop research questions on gene flow, population connectivity, and conservation
Activities
- Health Scholars Program
- American Medical Student Association
- Alpha Lambda Delta Honors Society
- Muay Thai & Jiu-Jitsu
Timeline
Dog Walker / Pet Care Provider
Rover.com
04.2025 - 04.2026
Community Advisor
CSUMB Housing
01.2025 - Current
Shift Lead
Starbucks, Cal State Monterey Bay University
11.2022 - Current
Associate Degree - Biology
Yuba College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
California State University, Monterey Bay