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Lei Lani Effort

Linguist
Tucson,AZ

Summary

Linguistics Research Assistant with experience supporting phonetics research in a lab setting. Builds prototype vocal tract models using imaging data and contributes to analysis with Praat and basic coding. Supports precise language research through data preparation, organized documentation, and careful review of vocal patterns.

Overview

4
4
Languages
4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

University of Arizona, BAPS Lab
01.2026 - 05.2026
  • Solely managed a pseudo-language research project on bilingual acquisition, serving as the primary contributor and a critical resource for advancing the broader research initiative.
  • Analyzed vocal data using advanced phonetic analysis techniques in Praat software
  • Assisted in designing and implementing survey instruments for participant data collection.
  • Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
  • Identified and resolved data discrepancies, ensuring highest level of accuracy in research outcomes.

Student Food Service Worker

University of Arizona
08.2022 - 05.2026
  • Prepared and labeled high-volume food orders to ensure timely service for campus dining and catering

Student Lab Assistant

University of Arizona, Phonetics Lab
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Developed prototype vocal tract models for phonetics research
  • Conducted outreach to the original professor and creator of the vocal tract model to obtain original blueprints and precise measurements for research and reconstruction purposes.

Hub Associate

Amazon, Whole Foods Hub
03.2022 - 05.2022
  • Fulfilled orders and processed returns while providing customer service to enhance satisfaction
  • Streamlined inventory management processes to ensure accurate stock levels and reduce discrepancies.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics, Bachelor of Arts in Russian (Language Focused) - Linguistics, Russian

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
05-2026

No Degree - Russian Language Studies

L. N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University
Astana, Kazakhstan
05.2001 -

No Degree - Russian Language Studies

Indiana University
Bloomington, IN
05.2001 -

Skills

  • Project management
  • Research support
  • Data organization
  • Participant scheduling
  • Calendar coordination
  • Meeting preparation
  • Document formatting

Timeline

Research Assistant

University of Arizona, BAPS Lab
01.2026 - 05.2026

Student Lab Assistant

University of Arizona, Phonetics Lab
08.2024 - 05.2025

Student Food Service Worker

University of Arizona
08.2022 - 05.2026

Hub Associate

Amazon, Whole Foods Hub
03.2022 - 05.2022

No Degree - Russian Language Studies

L. N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University
05.2001 -

No Degree - Russian Language Studies

Indiana University
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics, Bachelor of Arts in Russian (Language Focused) - Linguistics, Russian

University of Arizona
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