Lili O'Donnell
Goleta,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable in veterinary work with experience in animal care, medical support, and client communication. Skilled in assisting with procedures, administering medications, and performing lab tests. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability. Reliable and well-organized to maintain successful strategies for managing fast-paced work.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Lab Assistant
Schimel Lab
04.2024 - Current
- Diet choice and movement ecology of heritage breeds in Northern Ireland compared to non-heritage breeds in upland heath ecosystems
- Aspects of the project include baseline vegetation surveys and soil sampling before and after grazing periods
- Revised and input field work data
- Vegetative photo analysis
- Ran microscopic analysis of plant fragments to identify species and add into a virtual library
- Will run R programs for statistical analysis
- Recorded detailed observations and findings for accurate interpretation and analysis of results.
Undergraduate Lab Assistant
Green Lab
03.2023 - 06.2024
- Testing the detour-reaching abilities of mantis shrimp via a cognitive test assessing the mantis shrimps' ability to navigate barriers to reach a food reward
- Run trials and note behavior changes of the mantis shrimps
- Data collection
- Contribute to tank husbandry
Undergraduate Lab Assistant
Hofmann Lab
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Set scalar quantities and perform image analysis for corynactis size measurements in Image J
- Furthered understanding of long-term labs and data analysis
- Involved exploring how different genotypes of strawberry anemones may react to marine heatwave events
- The tanks included one replication of a past marine heatwave, a control group, and predicted intensity in heatwaves for future preparation
- Body size was measured, as well as additional data noting behavior changes in the animals
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Noah's Ark Animal Hospital
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Worked with dogs, cats, and exotic animals (guinea pigs, rabbits, tortoises, snakes, and a variety of birds)
- Assisted the head doctor in exam rooms
- Took vitals before exams
- Administered oral and injectable medication
- Scribed in exam rooms
- Chart write-ups
- Sent out and ran in-house lab work
- Filled prescriptions
- Assistance in pre and post operative care
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels
Mammal Husbandry Intern
Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Cleaned and weighed various mammals and birds
- Prepared milks and meals
- Administered oral medication to animals
- Held / restrained animals during medical procedures
Independent Research Student
Cold Spring Harbor High School
03.2018 - 06.2021
- Researched the intricacies of the GFP protein, typically found in jellyfish and fungi, with the aim of exploring alternative light source application
- Investigated the potential use of CRISPR to encode GFP transcription into plants that are not naturally translucent
- The study was conducted over the course of 2 years and presented at a scientific conference
Lifeguard
Huntington Yacht Club
06.2019 - 10.2019
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR
- Ensured swimmer safety by monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Assisted in running swim team practice
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
Lifeguard
Eagle Dock Beach
05.2018 - 10.2018
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Maintained the beach and surrounding area
Education
Bachelor of Science - Ecology And Evolution
University of California Santa Barbara
Goleta, CA06-2025
High School Diploma -
Cold Spring Harbor Highschool
Cold Spring Harbor06-2021
Skills
- R Programming
- Animal Nutrition
- Image J
- Client Communication
- Animal Husbandry
- Basic Lab Skills
- Animal Behavior
- Medical Record-Keeping
- Emergency and Preventive Care
- Veterinary Terminology
- Field Identification
- Scientific Writing
- Literature Reviews
Hobbies and Interests
- Animal Care
- Radiography
- Agricultural sustainability
- Animal behavioral science
- Environmental justice
- Surfing
- Camping
- Climbing
- Learning guitar
- Drawing / painting
Timeline
Undergraduate Lab Assistant
Schimel Lab
04.2024 - Current
Undergraduate Lab Assistant
Green Lab
03.2023 - 06.2024
Undergraduate Lab Assistant
Hofmann Lab
01.2023 - 06.2024
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Noah's Ark Animal Hospital
10.2022 - 05.2024
Mammal Husbandry Intern
Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network
03.2022 - 06.2022
Lifeguard
Huntington Yacht Club
06.2019 - 10.2019
Lifeguard
Eagle Dock Beach
05.2018 - 10.2018
Independent Research Student
Cold Spring Harbor High School
03.2018 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Ecology And Evolution
University of California Santa Barbara
High School Diploma -
Cold Spring Harbor Highschool
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