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ResearchAssistant

LYDIA SHACKELFORD

Tallahassee,FL

Summary

Senior undergraduate student majoring in dietetics with recent experience working in community nutrition and research on Florida State University's campus as well as in a remote setting. Work experience includes working in a large scale fitness setting, where commitment to customer satisfaction, teamwork, and cleanliness take priority. Other employment includes pet care, bringing the ability to quickly understand pet needs and deliver attentive feeding and exercise routines. Motivated to gain more experience in the field of nutrition through multiple perspectives and opportunities. Proven track record of reliability, problem-solving, and swift response to feedback.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Pet Sitter

Self Employed
05.2025 - Current
  • Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
  • Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
  • Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
  • Cleaned out and scooped litter trays and food and water bowls to provide clean environment for pets.

Research Assistant

University of Florida, Nutrition Education and Behavioral Science Lab
09.2024 - Current
  • Maintain open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
  • Participates in data collection at various food pantries and community events in Leon County, gathering data from pantry staff and administrative leaders
  • Analyzes many interview transcripts and creates codes while maintaining high quality output
  • Participates actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
  • Promoted in Spring 2025 to a Leadership Position after showing success in open communication with research team and regularly participating in data collection opportunities

Member Service Representative

Planet Fitness Franchises
05.2023 - 01.2025
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Provided exceptional service through active listening, understanding member needs, and offering appropriate solutions.
  • Assisted members with account management, including updating personal information and setting up automated payments.
  • Built rapport with members by engaging in genuine conversations and demonstrating a commitment to their financial wellbeing.

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Florida State University, College of Communication and Information
08.2023 - 04.2024
  • This research study was conducted through the method of a qualitative study. Semi-structured interviews were used to ask college-aged students questions pertaining to their interactions with food-related Tik Toks and their self-perception while interacting with the platform.
  • Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
  • Maintained detailed records of all experiments conducted, ensuring easy accessibility and proper documentation procedures were followed.
  • Ensured compliance with ethical guidelines when working with human subjects or sensitive data sources throughout all stages of a given study.
  • Supported faculty researchers, assisting with experiment design and implementation.

Sustainability Fellow

Florida State University, Sustainable Campus
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Created around 50-60 different categories based on the sources and inventory receipts provided by our partner and implemented it into the PantrySoft software program; created an inventory guide to supplement the PantrySoft data
  • Lead 20+ students in a restock of the pantry while helping with the implementation of the new inventory system
  • Created 4 infographics to display nutritional strengths/information on these food groups outlining the benefits of nutritional diversity, encouraging FSU students to make nutrition conscious food choices
  • Engaged and thinks creatively about not only the task at hand but also other applications for sustainability, food access, and dietetic principles within the Pantry
  • Submit tasks when asked, approach each task carefully, have been flexible when a task has evolved, and justify their decisions using their developing professional expertise and endeavor to learn more about the work at the Pantry.

Education

B.S. - Dietetics

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
05.2026

High School Graduate -

Leon High School
Tallahassee, FL
05.2022

Skills

  • Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills
  • Research Experience
  • Conducting Research Interviews
  • Completion of CITI Program for Research Training
  • Computer literacy
  • Empathy and Conflict Resolution
  • Teamwork in Job Oriented and Academic Settings
  • Problem Solving
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Flexible schedule
  • Client communication
  • Adaptability and dependability

Interests

  • Experimenting with different creative mediums, like oil painting, pastels, and artistic collages, to expand skills and techniques
  • Member of Levana - Women's Glee Club, since 2022
  • Member of First Baptist Church of Tallahassee Sanctuary Choir and College Avenue Singers
  • Committed to improving personal fitness through regular participation in strength training

Timeline

Pet Sitter

Self Employed
05.2025 - Current

Research Assistant

University of Florida, Nutrition Education and Behavioral Science Lab
09.2024 - Current

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Florida State University, College of Communication and Information
08.2023 - 04.2024

Member Service Representative

Planet Fitness Franchises
05.2023 - 01.2025

Sustainability Fellow

Florida State University, Sustainable Campus
05.2023 - 08.2023

B.S. - Dietetics

Florida State University

High School Graduate -

Leon High School

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