KYNDALL SKELTON
Auburn,AL
Summary
Experienced with laboratory techniques and experimental protocols, ensuring precise results. Utilizes attention to detail and analytical thinking to enhance research outcomes. Knowledge of collaborative practices and adaptability in research setting.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Member: Phyletica Lab
Auburn University
Auburn, AL
02.2026 - Current
- Evaluated experimental results, providing insights that informed project direction and future research initiatives.
- Continually sought out professional development opportunities to stay current on emerging trends in relevant areas of expertise.
- Optimized experimental design with thorough literature review and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Auburn University
Auburn, AL
08.2024 - Current
- Facilitated weekly discussion sessions to enhance student understanding of course material.
- Developed and graded assessments, ensuring alignment with learning objectives.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring to support diverse learning styles and needs.
- Coordinated academic resources, promoting effective study habits among students.
Graduate Research Assistant
Department of Biological Sciences: Dr. Matthew E. Wolak Lab
Auburn, Alabama
08.2023 - 02.2026
- Work on National Science Foundation funded Career Grant
- Maintain Lab Organization
- Work on Independent Research Ideas
- Help with Outreach
Workplace Culture and Climate Consultant
Climate Assessment for Torch Technologies
Huntsville, Alabama
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Developed a workplace climate survey tailored to specific company needs
- Administered anonymous survey to all new employees
- Conducted analysis of survey results in R
- Provided detailed report of findings to company
Research Project Team Member
Department of Pathobiology: Dr. Bruce F. Smith Lab
Auburn, Alabama
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Work on command line with a bioinformatics pipeline
- Look at Springer Spaniel genome to locate a muscular dystrophy mutation
- Use IGV and R Studio to visualize data produced by the pipeline to search for mutation within the genome
Personnel Selection Consultant
911 Center Job Analysis
Auburn, Alabama
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Performed a Job Analysis Questionnaire (JAQ)
- Developed a Job Competency Profile for Call-Taker at a 911 Center at Auburn Emergency Management and Communications Division
- Held a focus group of Job Content Experts
- Developed interview questions based on job analysis
Volunteer
Stevison Lab at Auburn University
Auburn, Alabama
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Handled command line FastQC
- Processed large data sets through bioinformatics pipeline
- Visualized data within R studio
Undergraduate Learning Assistant
Learning Assistant
Auburn, Alabama
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Attend weekly meetings to strategize a lesson plan for that week
- Teach break-out sessions on a weekly basis
- Hold office hours for allow students to have a one-on-one teaching period
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Center for Autism Research, Treatment, and Training
Auburn, Alabama
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Assist in the teaching of children with special needs practical skills
- Record data during sessions
- Graph data for progress checks
Research Co-Author
Alabama Autism Conference
Auburn, Alabama
02.2021 - 02.2021
- Capstone co-author on research presented by Carolyn Syzonenko
- Worked with an Octopus Watch to help institute daily routines in children with autism
- Recorded data from sessions to evaluate the success of the watch during daily routines
Education
Ph.D. - Biological Sciences
Auburn University
Auburn, AL08-2028
Graduate Certificate - Computational Biology
Auburn University
Auburn, Alabama05-2026
Masters - I-O Psychology
Auburn University
Auburn, Alabama05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Auburn University
Auburn, Alabama05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Genetics
Auburn University
Auburn, AL05-2022
Skills
- Project management
- Bioinformatics proficiency
- Technical report writing
- Statistical analysis
- Lab equipment operation
- Grant proposal writing
Timeline
Lab Member: Phyletica Lab
Auburn University
02.2026 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Auburn University
08.2024 - Current
Workplace Culture and Climate Consultant
Climate Assessment for Torch Technologies
03.2024 - 03.2024
Graduate Research Assistant
Department of Biological Sciences: Dr. Matthew E. Wolak Lab
08.2023 - 02.2026
Personnel Selection Consultant
911 Center Job Analysis
09.2022 - 12.2022
Research Project Team Member
Department of Pathobiology: Dr. Bruce F. Smith Lab
01.2022 - 01.2024
Volunteer
Stevison Lab at Auburn University
01.2022 - 08.2022
Research Co-Author
Alabama Autism Conference
02.2021 - 02.2021
Undergraduate Learning Assistant
Learning Assistant
08.2020 - 05.2022
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Center for Autism Research, Treatment, and Training
01.2020 - 05.2021
Masters - I-O Psychology
Auburn University
Ph.D. - Biological Sciences
Auburn University
Graduate Certificate - Computational Biology
Auburn University
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Auburn University
Bachelor of Science - Genetics
Auburn University
Presentations & Publications
"Sexual Conflict in Callosobruchus maculatus: Quantifying the Routes by which Natural Selection Shapes sexual size dimorphism"
Oral Presentation
Evolution Conference, Montréal, Canada
July 26-30, 2024
"Sexual Dimorphism and the Stability of the Cross-Sex Genetic Correlation Under Selection"
Poster Presentation
Evolution Conference, Athens, Georgia
June 20 - 24, 2025
Stanek, T. J. et al. Recombination Suppression Drives Expansion of the Drosophila Dot Chromosome. Molecular Biology and Evolution 42, msaf304 (2025).