Luke Smith
Gainesville,FL
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with experience as an Organic Chemistry Laboratory Teaching Assistant at Florida State University. Proven ability in laboratory safety and critical thinking, enhancing student learning outcomes. Skilled in reaction monitoring and tutoring, contributing to research initiatives in chemistry and neuroscience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Organic Chemistry Laboratory Teaching Assistant
Florida State University
11.2025 - Current
- Manage and instruct Organic Chemistry Lab undergraduate students to complete lab activities safely.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, reviewing work, and holding office hours.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
Chemistry Research Volunteer
Florida State University
09.2025 - Current
- Work with multiple PhD students researching batteries and machine learning techniques.
- Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing research initiatives, ensuring up-to-date knowledge on relevant topics.
- Helped with data collection processes, contributing to the accuracy and reliability of research findings.
Neuroscience Research Volunteer
Florida State University
09.2024 - 08.2025
- Worked with a PhD student in her research on schizophrenia and the mapping of the brain.
- Conducted data collection through various methods, ensuring accuracy and reliability for ongoing research.
- Collaborated with students to develop experimental protocols.
Cashier
Home Depot
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Processed customer transactions accurately at the point of sale.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and selections.
- Managed cash handling procedures to ensure secure transactions.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance customer service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry/Data Science
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05-2027
Skills
- Laboratory safety
- Reaction monitoring
- Teaching and tutoring
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Organic Chemistry Laboratory Teaching Assistant
Florida State University
11.2025 - Current
Chemistry Research Volunteer
Florida State University
09.2025 - Current
Neuroscience Research Volunteer
Florida State University
09.2024 - 08.2025
Cashier
Home Depot
05.2022 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry/Data Science
Florida State University