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Lydia Albert

Irvine,CA

Summary

Professional researcher with strong analytical and statistical skills, adept at designing and conducting experiments. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within team environments and adapt to changing project needs. Skilled in data analysis, literature review, and report writing. Known for reliability and results-driven approach.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Financial Research Analyst

The Right Fit Foundation
01.2022 - 07.2025
  • Analyzed market trends to provide strategic investment recommendations for diverse portfolios.
  • Conducted comprehensive risk assessments, enhancing client understanding of financial products.
  • Researched financial trends and patterns over the decades.
  • Monitored client accounts, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
  • Observed stock market with potential crashes and identified feasible stock options for clients.

GIS Analyst

Apple, Inc.
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Analyzed spatial data to support urban planning initiatives and enhance decision-making processes.
  • Developed and maintained geospatial databases, ensuring data integrity and accessibility for stakeholders.
  • Created detailed maps and visualizations using GIS software to illustrate project findings and recommendations.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate geospatial analysis into broader project strategies.

Research Technician

Neuroscience Research Laboratory
09.2017 - 05.2019
  • Conducted experiments to support research objectives and validate findings in laboratory settings.
  • Operated and maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
  • Analyzed data using statistical software, enhancing accuracy of research results and reports.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to design experimental protocols tailored to project goals.
  • Assisted in the preparation of research publications, ensuring compliance with scientific standards and guidelines.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvements, contributing to increased efficiency in lab operations.
  • Actively participated in lab meetings, sharing knowledge and expertise to foster a collaborative research atmosphere.

Project Researcher

American Beekeeping Federation
04.2018 - 08.2018
  • Designed and coordinated a research study to examine to behavior of natural American bees on parcels of land once previously used for agriculture.
  • Presented data and research in front of the Florida Court of Law to advocate for preservation of land and successfully won the case.

Tropical Conservation Research Intern

Third Millennium Alliance
06.2017 - 08.2017
  • Conducted biology assessments on more than 100 bird species, gathering data regarding bill length and width, wing span, and molting feather patterns while transferring the information into a database.
  • Leveraged effective communication and cross-functional collaboration during data collection to ensure measurement accuracy and precision.
  • Conducted extensive research on various animals and conservation efforts devising and presenting information to an audience of 60 individuals to promote community awareness and engagement.
  • Designed project on howler monkeys, gathering a population status of adults and infants while utilizing GIS mapping to identify population levels for conservation efforts.
  • Compiled data collection and analysis
    utilizing various equipment.
  • Interfaced with customers, providing education on various mammals during one-on-one tours while
    establishing rapport and answering inquiries
    .

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology With Honors

Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College
Jupiter, FL
05-2019

Skills

  • Analytical thinking
  • Critical thinking
  • Attention to detail
  • Risk assessment
  • Process improvement
  • Education funding
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Decision-making
  • Market analysis

Accomplishments

  • Presented research on Examining Social Buffering in the Mexican blind Cavefish, Asytanax Mexicanus at Astyanax International Meeting for Cavefish.
  • Wrote 4 articles published in JoVE and Scientific Reports:
  • Publication 1: Long lasting anxiety following early life stress is dependent on glucocorticoid signaling in zebrafish.
  • Publication 2: Analysis of stress responses in Astyanax larvae reveals heterogeneity among different populations.
  • Publication 3: Behavioral Approaches to Studying Innate Stress in Zebrafish.
  • Publication 4: Examining Social Buffering in the Mexican blind Cavefish, Asytanax Mexicanus.

Interests

  • Software Programming (Python, Javascript, React, SQL)
  • Flying Cessna's 172

Timeline

Financial Research Analyst

The Right Fit Foundation
01.2022 - 07.2025

GIS Analyst

Apple, Inc.
01.2019 - 01.2022

Project Researcher

American Beekeeping Federation
04.2018 - 08.2018

Research Technician

Neuroscience Research Laboratory
09.2017 - 05.2019

Tropical Conservation Research Intern

Third Millennium Alliance
06.2017 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Science - Biology With Honors

Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College