Levi Pettyjohn

Ridgecrest,CA

Summary

UC Davis graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly. A highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interdisciplinary skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Responsible and motivated to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Job Title: Research Analyst

Supervisor: Elaine Young

Davis , CA

08.2022 - Current

Conducted qualitative and quantitative research, analyzed data, and wrote reports for faculty members.
Assisted professors in designing survey instruments and collecting data from field sites.
Managed database systems for tracking research progress and results.
Coordinated laboratory experiments with student assistants and other staff members.
Performed laboratory tests, sample collections, and other technical tasks related to research studies.
Created visual presentations of data using software such as Microsoft PowerPoint or Adobe Illustrator.
Compiled bibliographies of relevant resources used in conducting the research project.
Prepared tables, graphs, fact sheets and written reports summarizing research results.
Collected, arranged and entered data into R for tracking and modeling purposes.
Assisted with execution of data collection, specimen handling and field research.
Experience using ArcGIS, QGIS, Excel, and R

Job Title: Research Lab Assistant

Supervisor: Qingzhu Yin, Yin Lab

Davis, CA

05.2022 - 08.2023

Assisted in the preparation and maintenance of laboratory equipment and supplies.
Analyzed experimental results using statistical methods.
Performed general laboratory duties such as washing glassware, autoclaving media, and disposing of hazardous waste materials.
Experience operating in a Class 10 clean lab
Operated specialized laboratory equipment such as centrifuges, incubators, water baths, pH meters.
Created presentations summarizing research findings for internal use or external publication purposes.
Interpreted test results and determined the need for retesting.
Provided technical support to research staff on the use of lab equipment and materials.
Experience operating equipment such as: TIMS, Neptune Plus MC-ICPMS, Element XR HR-ICPMS, Analyte 193H Laser Ablation
Provided technical assistance to other members of the research team.
Maintained compliance with laboratory, company and legal regulations.
Conducted regular inspections of all laboratories to ensure they met safety standards.
Managed equipment, building areas and inventory to keep facility running at peak levels.

Cash Office Manager

Marshalls

Ridgecrest, CA

10.2017 - 08.2021

Processed payments, reconciled accounts and made bank deposits.
Verified cash drawer, counted money and balanced receipts.
Maintained records of all daily transactions in an organized manner.
Resolved discrepancies between physical count of cash and register balance.
Performed opening and closing procedures according to established guidelines.
Utilized Point-of-Sale system for accurate processing of orders, returns and exchanges.
Prepared reports summarizing daily transactions for management review.
Prepared and checked cashier register tills.
Ensured compliance with internal financial control policies and procedures.
Prepared reports summarizing account activity for management review.
Collaborated with auditors during annual audit process by providing requested information in an accurate and timely manner.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Geology with an emphasis in chemistry

University of California Davis