Lou Ann O'Connor
Summary
Undergraduate student in pursuit of a Bachelors of Science degree in Pre-Clinical & Biology with expected graduation in 2025-2026. Seeking opportunities to learn, grow and contribute to a team. Hands-on research experience with proficiency in the use of applications software such as presentation and graphics, as well as accessory tools and equipment. Strong drive for results and continuous improvement.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
BUILD EXITO Scholar/Undergraduate Researcher
Portland State University
08.2022 - Current
- Work(s) in Extreme Virus Lab as an undergraduate researcher assisting with projects, and experiments.
- Manage multiple research projects, some collaborative and one our own personal project.
- Participated in meetings, presentations and other events.
- Presented experimental findings in presentations with graphs, charts and other visual aids.
- Perform different experiments such as bacterial transformations, Outgrowth, electroporations, running Polymerase-chain reactions, and etc.
- Assist with cleaning, making media solutions, and working sterile while handling specimens.
- Record and keep note of data research, lab findings and experimentation into database or server.
- Presented at CIMR Annual Research Symposium 2023 representing the Extreme Virus Research Lab.
Computer Lab Assistant (Work Study)
American Samoa Community College
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Monitored usage of computers to ensure proper use by patrons.
- Assisted patrons with troubleshooting computer and software problems.
- Assisted faculty and students with using computer software and hardware.
- Sign-in students and faculty into database. Copy and print files and documents, including keeping computer lab clean.
Part-time Worker
She Bakes Too (Bakery)
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked in a collaborative environment help baking pastries, and cakes.
- Assisted with decorating and delivering cakes.
- Helped preparing customer orders, and cleaning and organizing supplies.
Internship Student
MTL Law Firm
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Shadowed Legal Assistant and covered front desk.
- Organized and compiled Client files and data into spreadsheets and firm's database. (Both physical and electronically)
- Drafted retainer agreements, closing letters, and new client files.
- Answered incoming calls, and arrange attorney-client meetings.
Sunday School Teaching Assistant
Cornerstone Church Assemblies Of God
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.
- Prepared age-appropriate weekly lesson plans aligned with church teachings.
- Encouraged class participation to build student confidence and interest in church teachings.
- Adapted bible verses and lessons into stories and activities to help children comprehend scriptures.
- Conduct creative, games, and fun related projects and activities for children to engage in class.
- Supervised children 8 years and below.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health: Pre-Clinical & Biology
Portland State University
Portland, ORAssociate of Science - Health Sciences
American Samoa Community College
Pago Pago, AS08.2022
High School Diploma -
Fa'asao Marist Prepatory High School
Pago Pago06.2020
Certificate -
Pope Paul VI College
Samoa12.2019
Skills
- Research and Analysis
- Administrative Assistance
- Database Updating
- Microsoft Proficiency
- Data Entry
- File and Document Management
- Public Presentations
- Tutoring and Student Assistance
- Email and Telephone Etiquette
- Team Collaboration
- Computer skills
- Problem-Solving
- Adaptability
- Willing or eager to learn new things
- Babysitting
- Teaching Assistant
References
- She Bakes Too - shebakestoosamoa@gmail.com
- BUILD EXITO/Researcher PI - kstedman@pdx.edu or exitooperations@pdx.edu
- ASCC Computer Lab Supervisor - ja.ahsue@samoa.edu
- MTL Law Firm - louise@meredithsunia.com
- Cornerstone Church - contacted through facebook (Hope Kruse)
Timeline
BUILD EXITO Scholar/Undergraduate Researcher
Portland State University
08.2022 - Current
Computer Lab Assistant (Work Study)
American Samoa Community College
03.2022 - 08.2022
Part-time Worker
She Bakes Too (Bakery)
01.2022 - 08.2022
Internship Student
MTL Law Firm
08.2020 - 12.2021
Sunday School Teaching Assistant
Cornerstone Church Assemblies Of God
09.2019 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Public Health: Pre-Clinical & Biology
Portland State University
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
American Samoa Community College
High School Diploma -
Fa'asao Marist Prepatory High School
Certificate -
Pope Paul VI College
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