Kylie Tannenbaum
Greenville,NC
Summary
As a first-generation college graduate, I bring a unique interdisciplinary perspective with a Bachelor’s in Biology and a minor in Public Health. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Planning and Development at East Carolina University, with an expected graduation date of May 9, 2025, I am skilled in research, analysis, and problem-solving for issues intersecting science, health, and community planning.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
East Carolina University
06.2024 - Current
- Conducted in-depth research on NIMBY attitudes, missing middle housing, and zoning reform to inform housing policies for Dare County, NC
- Assisted in designing and distributing community perception surveys using Qualtrics, targeting resident attitudes toward various housing options
- Conducted interviews with community members and stakeholders to gather qualitative insights on local housing and zoning issues
- Performed data analysis on survey and interview results, synthesizing findings to support actionable recommendations for housing policy
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary research team to develop strategies for addressing community opposition to workforce housing and fostering a more inclusive approach to urban planning
Hostess
Spring House Restaurant
02.2018 - 08.2019
- Communicated with staff and customers by phone and walk-in reservations and accommodations
- Assisted decorate the dining room for planned special upcoming functions, including decorating
- Stayed in open communication with the kitchen team to assess cooking times, avoid worker overload, and minimize customer dissatisfaction
Waitress
Willows Bistro
06.2017 - 11.2017
- Directed and prepped new menu items, accommodating customers and letting them make our own personalized choices tailored to them as an individual
- Prepared and maintained table settings in between courses
- Planned and Coordinated events such as weddings and graduation/business events
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brookdale Senior Living
05.2015 - 12.2016
- Prepared each patient's room with basic items: clean blankets, pillows, clothes, and bathroom needs
- Assisted residents with mobility needs, transferring them from wheelchair to bed
- Monitored vitals and residents' behavior and keeping in communication with charge nurse
Education
M.S. - Planning and Development
East Carolina University
Remote05.2025
B.S. - Biology
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC12.2023
Skills
Data Analysis & Visualization: NVivo, SAS, Excel
Geographic Information Systems (GIS): ArcGIS, StoryMaps
Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Design & Presentation: Canva, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
Community Engagement & Communication
Research & Policy Analysis
Urban Planning Tools & Software
Certification
• CITI Program – Social/Behavioral Research (02/24, 02/27): Certified in ethical research practices, informed consent, and protocols for vulnerable populations.
• CITI Program – Responsible Conduct of Research (Social/Behavioral & Humanities) (02/24, 02/27): Trained in research ethics, data management, and integrity in authorship, peer review, and conflict management.
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
East Carolina University
06.2024 - Current
Hostess
Spring House Restaurant
02.2018 - 08.2019
Waitress
Willows Bistro
06.2017 - 11.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brookdale Senior Living
05.2015 - 12.2016
M.S. - Planning and Development
East Carolina University
B.S. - Biology
East Carolina University
• CITI Program – Social/Behavioral Research (02/24, 02/27): Certified in ethical research practices, informed consent, and protocols for vulnerable populations.
• CITI Program – Responsible Conduct of Research (Social/Behavioral & Humanities) (02/24, 02/27): Trained in research ethics, data management, and integrity in authorship, peer review, and conflict management.
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